I prefer rapid (1/0 and 1/3) games which give me the biggest opportunity to make the biggest blunders. I derive real pleasure from the cold, clammy feeling of making a real howler, so I try to do that at least once a game.
A couple of people have asked about my moniker. If you're interested, check out http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VY_Canis_Majoris - fascinating!
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