Everyone wants to know how to put chess symbols into their MSN names and chats. Why? Because chess is the sport of Kings! Chess has been played for hundreds of years by thousands of people around the world, and not just because it is a brilliant way to pass the time – it’s also a very good way to keep the brain fresh and alert. Why else would someone spend such a length of time on a silent day, with a maximum of one other person at the table?

Chess symbols for MSN are very useful. People have used them in their statuses to show a number of different emotions and feelings, but the most frequent of these is telling someone you are a King (or Queen!). It is also a very good way to show notation in the game (for example, if you’re trying to let someone know the previous moves in a game that you played before).

Whatever you need MSN chess symbols for, you will find them all below here and listed in a nice order for you to copy and paste into your Windows Live chats. You can also use these characters in other applications too, such as in your Facebook status or on your Myspace page – or even in word documents!

MSN chess symbols

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White King

The White king has long been touted as the most powerful piece on the board, because you must defend him at all costs!

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White Queen

The white queen does all the hard work, so the King doesn’t have to!

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White Rook

They can move horizontally and vertically, but that’s about it. The white rook looks cool, but can get stuck easily!

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White Bishop

Diagonally moving, the white bishop symbol is a great addition to your MSN name!

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White Knight

Anyone need a white knight? The saviour of many chess games is now here in your MSN name!

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White Pawn

I feel like a pawn in this game!

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Black King

The dark master, if you destroy him then you will win the game!

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Black Queen

What an evil witch! She is so powerful and graceful at the same time…don’t’ be fooled!

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Black Rook

The defender of the kingdom – worth 5 points in chess!

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Black Bishop

Don’t bash him, he’s a real trooper.

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Black Knight

Sometimes seen as an evil character in lore, but he’s only evil if you’re playing white!

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Black Pawn

Another pawn, another game. The weakest character but one who can become godlike!

You can use all of these special characters in your MSN name, status and chats. Why not send them to your friends now and see what they say? If you find any more MSN chess symbols then let us know in the comments section!