Abstract
Cray-Blitz’s draw heuristic is described. It consists essentially in postponing draws for’ as long as possible. This tactic has the surprising side-effect of occasionally tricking the adversary into abandoning a draw for a loss. Cases are shown in which the tactic leads to moves one would call brilliant in human terms. Some attendant disadvantages occur and are exemplified.
Get full access to this article
View all access options for this article.