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Re: C$
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lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto
Date: 
Thu, 9 Oct 2003 19:32:47 GMT
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote:
In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Steve Hassenplug wrote:
So:

"If a robot does not play exactly one chip in the game board before signaling
'End Of Turn', or the robot drops a chip outside the board, which interferes
with the opponent, the offending robot will forfeit the game"


I can not see in my mind how not not placeing a chip can be an advantage.  and
even if you can show me, the thought that someone might program for that
scenario just breaks the KISS rule.

if people want to do that..... then so be it.

Has this question been answered?  Will robots be allowed to not make a play?
(unintentionally or otherwise)

And, has a method of communication been decided upon?  (IR or sensor toggle)



Message has 2 Replies:
  Re: C$
 
(...) Given recent analysis of the game this should NOT be allowed. You must play or forfeit. (...) Sensor Toggle. Derek (21 years ago, 9-Oct-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
  Re: C$
 
(...) I (still) think a sensor toggle would be the best route to go. Chris (21 years ago, 9-Oct-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)

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  Re: C$
 
(...) wow Steve, you must be SO PROUD!!! you beat your son at connect-four, for "almost all the games" (...) I can not see in my mind how not not placeing a chip can be an advantage. and even if you can show me, the thought that someone might (...) (21 years ago, 1-Oct-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)

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