09 Jun 09
Originally posted by RagnorakIf I played a subscriber, they would have a timebank which was potentially 30 days longer than mine. The only way for me to play a game on even terms against them would be to subscribe.
Nobody is forcing you to subscribe for fair play.
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QED
09 Jun 09
Originally posted by padgerIt's irrelevant that I CAN subscribe to get a fair game.
So whats the problem ?
You can subscribe but you chose not to
I don't wish to subscribe 'at this time' thanks and it shouldn't be a requirement for a fair game.
The fact remains that IF I DO NOT SUBSCRIBE the game is lop-sided in favour of the subscriber......this is not about me, it's about the rules being wrong.
09 Jun 09
Originally posted by Dr StrangeloveAgree.
It's irrelevant that I CAN subscribe to get a fair game.
I don't wish to subscribe 'at this time' thanks and it shouldn't be a requirement for a fair game.
The fact remains that IF I DO NOT SUBSCRIBE the game is lop-sided in favour of the subscriber......this is not about me, it's about the rules being wrong.
What will be the next thing?
"That non-subs are not allowed to castle! Stupid? Yes, but you *can* subscribe..." 😕
09 Jun 09
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Originally posted by Dr StrangeloveSo don't play then. Problem solved.
Many people wouldn't play under those conditions.
Basically, as a persistent non-sub you are a recipient of charity, either on the part of the site owners or subscribers, or a bit of each. So stop complaining. You're getting games for free, when others of us are paying for them (and subsidising you).
09 Jun 09
Originally posted by BlackampI'll repeat for you one more time - I'm not complaining. I'm pointing out an unfair situation that can arise in a game that you seem too thick to understand..
So don't play then. Problem solved.
Basically, as a persistent non-sub you are a recipient of charity, either on the part of the site owners or subscribers, or a bit of each. So stop complaining. You're getting games for free, when others of us are paying for them (and subsidising you).
Furthermore:
You most certainly do not subsidize me pal.
The owners of this site invited me here to play for free.
09 Jun 09
Originally posted by Dr StrangeloveI think it's totally revelent, if you subscribe you too can have vacation time
It's irrelevant that I CAN subscribe to get a fair game.
I don't wish to subscribe 'at this time' thanks and it shouldn't be a requirement for a fair game.
The fact remains that IF I DO NOT SUBSCRIBE the game is lop-sided in favour of the subscriber......this is not about me, it's about the rules being wrong.
Otherwise don't take on games with subscribers
09 Jun 09
Originally posted by Dr StrangeloveNobody is forcing you to play subscribers.
The fact remains that IF I DO NOT SUBSCRIBE the game is lop-sided in favour of the subscriber......this is not about me, it's about the rules being wrong.
The mere concept that you're being "forced to subscribe for fair play" is as ludicrous as your claims that you HAVEN'T been complaining for the past 2 or 3 years.
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09 Jun 09
Originally posted by RagnorakWhatever BS you come out with, you cannot dispute the FACT that a game between a subscriber and a non-subscriber is not played on even terms.
Nobody is forcing you to play subscribers.
The mere concept that you're being "forced to subscribe for fair play" is as ludicrous as your claims that you HAVEN'T been complaining for the past 2 or 3 years.
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Did you also not read my above posts - I play ONLY people I trust or if I'm prepared to accept the disadvantage.
I've been complaining of the unfairness in the system since it was brought in, yes, I may continue to do so - depends how I feel. 😛
10 Jun 09
Originally posted by coquetteHow about $59.95/yr for a premium membership - one extra superpower for the piece of your choice.
How about if we can buy extra time, or even pieces? How about a Rook for about 5 cents? Would a Queen be worth 25 cents?
We might be on to something here!
A Bishop that can jump over pieces.
A Knight that can do 3,1 L-shape moves as well as the usual 2,1
Pawns that ALWAYS can move 2 squares forward.
A Queen with optional atomic detonation [destroys herself and everything in a 1 square radius upon capture]
A King that can ALWAYS castle with any Rook two squares away.
10 Jun 09
Originally posted by SwissGambitWhere do I sign up?
How about $59.95/yr for a premium membership - one extra superpower for the piece of your choice.A Bishop that can jump over pieces.
A Knight that can do 3,1 L-shape moves as well as the usual 2,1
Pawns that ALWAYS can move 2 squares forward.
A Queen with optional atomic detonation [destroys herself and everything in a 1 square radius upon capture]
A King that can ALWAYS castle with any Rook two squares away.
And if I pay $99.95/yr, can I have a sure win with whomever I play? 🙂
A say that when a game begins, the game must be fair. If it's not, it isn't fair. I don't pay a subscription to play unfairly.
One easy way to fix this is to grant my opponent immunity from timout in my game whe I am on vacation. Is this to much to ask for? I don't think so.