I've played it a few times with friends and I have to agree the defenders have an easier time (although it certainly feels more intimidating to play the defende

I've played it a few times with friends and I have to agree the defenders have an easier time (although it certainly feels more intimidating to play the defender). I think defenders heavily benefit from most people's familiarity with chess. It's very easy to distract someone with pieces they can capture, then sneak your king out the side.