The quest to the Engine Empire had been a trying one for the cat, as Mittens was thoroughly exhausted towards the end of it. But she had continued on, determined to see it through. Now, as she stood outside the grand iron gates of the Empire, towering above her, she felt just a tiny quiver …
“Physical stamina is as important as chess intellect, Martin.” barked Coach Noam, with a fierce stare. “And there is no better way to say this: You… lack… it.” Martin knew there were quite a few better ways to put it, but didn’t complain. He had learnt very well how strict Coach Noam was. “Because of …
As night fell upon Chess City, a flash of thunder echoed across the skies, as lightning struck the pavement. A shaded outline coughed and groaned behind the lamppost. Then, it opened its eyes. “Great.” said the cat. “Just great. Teleporting in the middle of who-knows-where in a thunderstorm. Just my luck.” She shivered slightly, and …
Coach Noam was a tough nut. As a player, he was hard to beat, but as a coach… it was a nightmare. Which describes Martin’s conflicted emotions after Day One of Coach Noam’s Training Program. Noam had removed an intricate, red notebook, and leafed through its many pages until his eyes caught the page he …
Martin swept into the playing hall with a graceful arc. It was a few minutes before the game was to begin. Oscar was the favorite of the two, but Li, having won her school championship a few days ago, had earned the rights to challenge Oscar in a match for Best Advanced Bot. To a …
The game of chess was invented many centuries ago, and continues to be played widely across the globe. Dominated by players from the Soviet Union, ‘The Royal Game’ is described as one of intellect and psychology. There is far more to this sport than meets the eye. Even amateurs have begun to slowly improve in …
It was a pleasant Sunday morning in New York City, when the Adventurers: a daring duo of explorers consisting of Ayaan and Aayra, were taking a morning stroll through the crowded blocks. After an hour of walking and chit-chat, they felt inclined to pay a visit to Sweet Treats Bakery, run by their good friend …
The Adventurers: a daring duo consisting of Ayaan and Aayra, felt it necessary for a tropical getaway. As recommended by their friend Daring Dante, they decided to spend a week or two in paradise: Hawaii. Checking into a resort that overlooked the beach, they spent their days lounging around lazily, making trips to the seaside. …
The Darwin Temple in Africa had been nicknamed the ‘Treasure Temple’, owing to the mystery that clouded it. Concealed within miles of dense forest, it was revealed to hold many relics of great significance. The Adventurers: the world’s greatest explorers, had spent the previous week exploring the jungle region. Fellow explorer Daring Dante had accompanied …
The Star Statue was an ancient relic rumored to have been hidden deep inside the Pyramids of Giza. The Pyramids were of great significance to the country of Egypt, and as so, it was in the interest of the Egyptian government, to find the ancient statue. As such, the Egyptian president called upon the Adventurers: …
