Myself
Hello hive! Excited to start my Hive journey š.
I'm Alex Ayomide Aka Tangibleay and I am beyond excited to be making my very first post on here.
I'm still finding my way around here, so if you have tips or favorite communities, please let me know in the comments! Looking forward to growing together.
Cheers
@tangibleay
Chess Journey [From struggling with knight movement to brilliance, (well ,Almost š ).
It was just a regular school day many years ago, nothing special, until we were suddenly told to settle down in class. Weird. Moments later, a man walked in and said, āGood morning, Iām here to teach you chess.ā
Chess?
Most of us barely knew what that even was. We shot confused looks at each otherāpawns, kings, whateverāwe didnāt care. The guy didnāt seem bothered. He just set up a big chessboard on the wall and started explaining the pieces and how they moved.
Then came the knight. That one messed with my head. The way it moved made no sense at all. I couldnāt stop thinking about it. For the next few days, I obsessed over getting it right.
And thatās how it started. One weird L-shaped move later, I was hooked on chess.
I would spend the next couple of weeks,months, playing chess and suddenly I changed school and completely stopped playing chess my newly found love for the next couple of years.
One evening, while browsing the internet, I came across a website where people could watch and comment on live chess gamesāit was called kibitzing. Out of curiosity, I stayed to watch a few games.
To my surprise, I felt that old spark for chess return. As I followed the matches, one name stood out: Magnus.
He was playing in the tournament at the time, and just like that, I was drawn back into the world of chessāthis time with a new sense of excitement.
What started as a quiet rediscovery soon turned into something much bigger. One game led to another, one late-night analysis turned into weeks of studyāand before I knew it, I was representing my university in chess.
Tournaments became a regular part of life, each one taking me to a new corner of the country. From cramped hostel rooms to grand halls buzzing with clocks and tension, every event had its own story. Some days I won, some I learnedābut every trip came with unforgettable adventures, strange encounters, and friendships forged over 64 squares.
It wasnāt just about the game anymore. It was a journeyāand I was all in.
What I love most about chess isnāt just winning (although thatās nice too š). Itās the focus it demands, the strategy it teaches, and the calm it brings even in chaos. Itās also introduced me to some amazing communities, both online and offline.
These days, Iām about 2000+ rating ELO with FIDE, and I currently hit 2500 on Lichess, playing casually with friends,and I still feel like thereās a lifetime more to learn. But thatās the beauty of chessāitās a puzzle you can never truly finish, only master a little more each day.
Interests in Sports
Sports have always been a big part of who I am. Iām especially passionate about basketball, football, and tennis, each brings its own thrill, whether it's a buzzer-beater, a last-minute goal, or a five-set showdown.
I proudly support Real Madrid in football and the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. Lately, Iāve been backing the Pacers in the ongoing NBA finals against OKCš theyāve shown real grit, and I wouldnāt be surprised if they clinch the title.
Tennis is another sport I closely follow. Iāve been particularly impressed by Jannik Sinner, his calm demeanor, powerful baseline game, and rapid rise through the ranks make him one of the most exciting players to watch right now.
Relationship with Sam.
My journey with @samostically has been nothing short of incredibleāa bond thatās stretched all the way back to our secondary school days. From being teammates at the National Sports Festival in 2020, to squaring off as opponents at the West African University Games, to countless road trips across the country chasing chessboards and checkmates togetherāwe've truly shared it all.
And now, in yet another exciting twist, I'm joining Hive through the onboarding program by none other than @samostically himself. How full circle is that? I genuinely appreciate itāand Iām looking forward to what comes next.
Myself and sam some years ago on one of our chess adventures š
Conclusion
@stayoutoftherz I appreciate you for creating my account for me here on hive
I also learnt that I am able to make this post due to support from @aliento for delegating Resource credits so I can make more post and comments.
Thatās my first move here on Hive, and Iām excited to see where the game goes from here. Whether itās learning, sharing, or just connecting with like-minded folks, Iām here for it all. If youāve got any tips, favorite communities, or just want to say hi, feel free to drop a commentāletās make some smart moves together! ā-
Welcome to the Hive community @tangibleay!
We sincerely hope you find everything you are looking for and have found a new home here.
Seven suggestions to consider:
If you find yourself overwhelmed and need some guidance, or if you have any questions, there are informed Hiveans available who can help you; you can click to go to The Terminal in Discord here:
Have fun and happy Hiving!
Thanks so much for the seven suggestions @jamerussell , I really appreciate you taking the time to share them. Iāll definitely keep them in mind.
Welcome @tangibleay! Glad you finally made an Introduction post.
Ikr, we go way back. My archive would show over 40 pictures of us playing and touring chess events. Welcome. Feel free to explore other communities and Hive.
Good work brother šš¾
Haha finally made the intro post, took me long enough, right? š
40+ pics? We might need our own Netflix doc soon: āThe Chess Bros: Hive Editionā hahaha.
Thank you for welcoming me.
Welcome on Hive, glad you made it here.
Looking forward to hearing more from you.
Thanks so much, Glad to be here. Iāll be sharing more soon.
Welcome to Hive š¤
Hoping to see more of you in our chess tournaments šŖš¾
Thanks so muchšš¾,Excited to be part of Hive,looking forward to jumping into more chess tournaments on here.
Soft. Love the Enthusiasm š¤š½
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Glad to be here. Iāll definitely reach out if I have any questions. Looking forward to connecting with everyoneāļø.
Welcome to the best web3 network ever, Alex. Have fun around here!
@tangibleay welcome to the Chess community and Hive
Have a nice day
Thank you so much, I'm excited to be part of the Chess community and the Hive. Wishing you a great day too,see you on the board.
Welcome to the hive may you enjoy this platform see you around
Thank you, I appreciate the warm welcome. Looking forward to exploring the hive and connecting with everyone. See you around!
Hello @tangibleay welcome to Hive.
I love how you talked about chess, one can say you were born for thisš„°
Glad to have you here and see you around.
Haha thanks, Pretty sure I was castling before I could crawl š Glad to be here
Hi @tangibleay Welcome to the Hive Blockchain and the chess community. I am glad you played in this Thursday Liga Team Battle tournament.
There are many people and resources here that can help with the blockchain so take full advantage.
Hello @tangibleay!
Welcome to Hive. I am glad that strange man said "I am here to teach you chess". Low key, I like those kind of people because most of the time there is no harm from them. Look, you have this now. I am glad you found your way to here.
I invite you to explore other communities you might like that are part of the OCD Communities Incubation Program. Check out all the communities, read their rules and post in the one that fits your content.
I wish you success on Hive.
@bemier.
Welcome to Hive @tangibleay! š