Okay, that red quartz rock signals it’s Sterling’s move. Yet, Copper gets clipped on the corner without Sterling making a move. Total wipeout of rook, pawn and knight.
Sterling stood down, fearing what might happen if they don’t. What would they do, pile on? That might create chaos. Copper hit three of its own players. Why?
Sign of strength or weakness?
A debt owed, or…they took a dive. Why?
Now, they’re playing with a handicap, down three players.