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13 Nov 10
Someone can resign whenever they like. In real life and on here, chess is a game. If someone wants to stop playing that game, on the understanding that this means that their opponent will win, they can do so.
Normally people want to win and so don't do this, but if someone wants to resign any or all of their games, that's their business. Things get a little more complicated if it's a team match, as resigning affects your team mates as well, but even then I can think of many possible real-world situations that would affect someone's ability and desire to play internet chess. In the end, it's just a game.
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14 Nov 10
Originally posted by drdonIf you are playing me, you are free to resign for any reason or for no reason at all.😛
I can only think of when one is sure the game can not be won and forcing a draw is unlikely given what one knows about one's opponent's skill level.
Any others?
14 Nov 10
Originally posted by drdonAlthough I should add before others do that if you are involved in a clan game and intend to commit suicide then you should refer to your clan leader for etiquette as they may prefer you to take vacations etc.
LOL! Novices like me don't take chess that seriously!... although courtesy (eg resigning because one will not be able to move for an extended time or is leaving the site) seems a good reason for resigning a game
14 Nov 10
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Originally posted by drdon1. It's a boring position.
I can only think of when one is sure the game can not be won and forcing a draw is unlikely given what one knows about one's opponent's skill level.
Any others?
2. Your opponent is taking forever and you don't care anymore, even though you are winning.
3. You have something better to do.
4. Your opponent has a low rating, plays horribly, and you'd like to give him a thrill.
5. Your opponent is very young, but has played better than usual and you'd like to give him bragging rights/ego boost, even though you would likely win if you hung tough.
6. Your wife just told you to get busy and stop $%#@%& around, there's stuff to do around the house.
7. You have made many mistakes and the game is so flawed you can't stand it.