Hello how may I help you? Do you know the rules of chess, by chance/ Yes, what do you need help with? Could you tell me who's supposed to go first? Traditionally, white moves first in the game of chess. Interesting. Why don't they just alternate who goes first? i dont know, it might just be tradition. I suppose that's a valid reason. So it's better to play on the white side? There are discussions that there is disadvantage to the player playing white Anything else I can help you with? Nope, that's it. Thanks for enlightening me about chess1 You are very welcome! Have a wonderful day. Thanks!