No one sleeps in Tokyo.
Laura got me a Go set for Christmas, so last night I spent some time reading about it. I've played before, but I had forgotten most of the rules. It's so great! The game has such an eastern vibe: not only is it a game of strategy, but it is also considered a form of communication and artwork. Literally, Go translates to "hand talking". The board is specifically not symmetrical, and you aren't supposed to straighten the pieces to maintain an organic feel.
I played three games yesterday, two of which I lost. (To people who had never played before, no less!) Even losing is a lot of fun, however.
Off to play some Moonbase. ^_^
Have you been watching Hikaru no Go :O
No, although I would like to see it. I was introduced to Go my Junior year of college by one of the older members of gamedev club. Since then I've been wanting a board and opponents to play with. :)
I have that on my Zaurus and I've had no luck ever against the AI which is probably stupid and predictable.
Interestingly, there was a standing prize of $1.5 million for the first AI program to beat the lowest-ranked amateur at Go. Unfortunately, the man offering the prize has passed away, but I do not think the feat has been accomplished.
http://www.usenet.com/newsgroups/comp.ai.games/msg00251.html
Wow. I must really suck. That's just depressing.