Checkmate
Bad move, friend.
The kingdom's sole organization devoted to the great game of chess is known as Checkmate. While many of its members are looked at as arrogant intellectuals by those not associated with the organization (and especially by those who can't play chess at all), most of the actual members are fine folks who enthusiastically welcome newcomers into the organization, though advancement can be difficult. The main branch is in the Capital City of Kord, but many branches exist in most settlements across the kingdom.
Structure
The organization is headed by a sole Grandmaster, Maia Hale, who was affectionately called "Queen Maia" for a while until a visitor from King Paolo suggested that they find a new title for her. There is only ever one Grandmaster at a time, followed by a sole Master for each branch in the kingdom. Below that one can achieve the rank of ES (Expert Strategist), IS (Intermediate Strategist), and NS (Novice Strategist). Newcomers with no earned ranking are typically referred to as "Pawns".
Public Agenda
Checkmate hold competitions regularly, with monthly tournaments at every branch, and a kingdom-wide championship once each year. One can always find a match any day at any branch with one of the many members, though only sanctioned events can earn a member advancement.
Assets
Many, many chess tables and pieces. Anyone can enter one of Checkmate's many competitions, and the entry fees go toward maintaining the organizations branches throughout the kingdom. Individual members have also donated their own momey toward maintaining the organization, and several former members have left their estates to Checkmate upon their death.
Only a fool leads with his queen.
Type
Social, Group
Alternative Names
Checkmaters. Pawns.
Notable Members
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