Why is this a draw???

Game number 4627970. I'm black. Game ended as a draw?? Is this a bug? Or is there some set of rules I haven't learned??

Originally posted by niclasil
Game number 4627970. I'm black. Game ended as a draw?? Is this a bug? Or is there some set of rules I haven't learned??

It is clear that white has no moves available. It is a classic stalemate.

That counts as a draw. Next time, leave your opponent a move when you are not able to mate him.

Ok, thanks. Kind of stupid not to know that.

Unfortunately, you learned it the hard way (I also learned it that way as well; I snatched defeat from the jaws of victory).

A lot of the better players try and steers us lower rated players towards a draw. Its very tricky sometimes. Just be aware of the submit button in these situations. Always ask yourself - "Where would I move if I were him" before clicking submit.

Originally posted by RDM
A lot of the better players try and steers us lower rated players towards a draw. Its very tricky sometimes. Just be aware of the submit button in these situations. Always ask yourself - "Where would I move if I were him" before clicking submit.

Originally posted by Truculence
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