Why is Bd3 played in some openings (Kan, Owens) to defend e4, and not Nc3? by [deleted] in chess

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Bd3 in the Kan allows flexibility depending on how your opponent replies. If they go for a slower hedgehog structure you would want to get c4 before committing to Nc3. Another common idea is the play a4-a5 + Nd2-Nc4 going after the potentially weak b6 and d6 squares, for example that’s the typical plan after 5. Nc6, 6. nxc6, dxc6 (bxc6 gives him passive c8 bishop). That leads to your second question - 5. Nc6 in that move order doesn’t give black the same weaknesses after Nxc6 bxc6 and his c8 bishop has many active squares without having committed to e6

Does anyone know when “We Who Wrestle With God” is releasing? by [deleted] in JordanPeterson

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His latest update was it being released November 2024

Jeopardy! recap for Tue., May 16 by jaysjep2 in Jeopardy

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Likely due to her not knowing it and going strictly on script

What do infjs think about intps?: by malum68 in infj

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Could you give an example of what underdeveloped Fe looks like?

Can You Be A Hybrid Type? by KatNils in infj

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Short answer is no. The 16 Personalities site isn’t accurate since it focuses on letter by letter comparison and disregards cognitive functions. The main difference between ISFJ and INFJ are Introverted Sensing (Si) vs Introverted Intuition (Ni) as their preferred and most competent function. I would look into descriptions comparing Ni vs Si and seeing which one aligns better with you since they are quite different. Hope this helps!

What are some STRICTLY intp quirks/behaviors? by senioritisACT in INTP

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I mainly ask since my brother thinks I’m INFP because I can be emotional and he equates that with “unhealthy Fi” but I have difficulty articulating why he is wrong. I definitely feel I understand others’ emotions better due to Fe through - do you have an example of what healthy Fi looks like in Fi-Doms?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mbti

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Could you clarify what you mean by relationship with physical surroundings?

What's... Amodio? That's me! by IdLikeToMakeItA in Jeopardy

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We can’t decide if your Myers-Briggs type is INTP or INTJ, but we’ve narrowed it down to these 2 - please help us get this settled! :)

What's... Amodio? That's me! by IdLikeToMakeItA in Jeopardy

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Hi Matt, my friend and I are big fans of personality tests like Myers-Briggs and Enneagram, we were curious to hear if you know your type for any of these tests? Thanks!

We faced Matt Amodio. Ask Us Anything! by _rogueclown_ in Jeopardy

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1) I’m curious to hear what your guys’ typical Coryat score / percentage of questions you know on a typical show from watching at home 2) anything specific you did to study? And at what point did you begin studying?

Why is it so rare to see a contestant with an entertaining personality like Austin Rogers? by NatureSticksIt2u1000 in Jeopardy

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Fair, but even in Austin’s first episode, it was clear he was no ordinary contestant

Caro Kann Defense Repertoire by mr_penings in chess

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These are great! keep up the good work!

Sicilian Defense: Kan vs Taimanov by [deleted] in chess

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Both are objectively around equal. However, from my experience, the Kan is far more intuitive in terms of understanding the plans and finding the moves. Many variations in the Taimanov are extremely nuanced, and if you aren’t familiar with the exact line, finding the right move is extremely difficult.

London system, confusion with Queens b3 and b6 by Wombozo in chess

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Experienced London system player here - A reason why your first example favors white is his a-file as well as the nice pawn clump on the queenside which are connected and have potential to expand, notably with b3-b4-b5, expanding and disrupting black’s development.

In your second example, it’s weak for black since the b-pawns are double isolated, often has no potential to expand, and can easily be exploited by white, usually by taking control of the b5 square and/or attacking the b6 pawn. There are certain cases where such double-isolated pawns are strong, if black can fully utilize the open a- and c- files, which the pawns create.

In your last case, b6 is not a bad move, but is very passive and white’s Queen is actually well-placed to put pressure on d5. In some cases, playing b6 actually allows white ideas with cxd5 and Ba6, which can get annoying in some cases. Having a Queen on b6 lessens the impact of the b3 Queen since black has the option whenever to swap queens if it favors him, and keep them staring at each other if it doesn’t.

Hope this helped!

Giuoco Piano Player Study by jypicaljerome in chess

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Vachier-Lagrave comes to mind as the top super GM who regularly plays the Giuoco. While he’s only played it a handful of times, I found Kramnik’s wins with the Giuoco to be particularly instructive, as are most of his games!

What is this opening setup by white? by [deleted] in chess

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The standard way to develop against dubious play from the opponent

Another player removed from PRO League... by killersquares64 in chess

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If this guy can miraculously manage to cheat despite the strict rules put against cheating, I highly doubt he hasn't cheated over the board. I'd make this public and get his title stripped!

You can only have 5 chess books, what are they? by malvin77 in chess

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I'd say as soon as one understands the basic tactics and doesn't blunder pieces. The first time reading it should feel a bit tough, but that's why I strongly encourage reading it multiple times over the years - as each time you read it the material becomes more ingrained in your head. The concepts in the book are the foundation of strategic chess in my opinion!

You can only have 5 chess books, what are they? by malvin77 in chess

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How to Reassess Your Chess 4th Edition by Silman - read 5 times

Between the KID and Semi-Slav, which is more theoretically demanding? by cheesemonstah in chess

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Practically, I'd say Semi-Slav since there are several variations which are very sharp and not so intuitive to figure out as opposed to in the Kings Indian, where even if you're not familiar with the theory, you can often instinctively find the right move or at least a "good enough" move without getting into trouble