CDrill

[RobRobinson]

I would like to have details on the effect of the adjustable parameters of CDrill, an engine that I used a lot 5 or 6 years ago. In particular, what is the new PSTWeight parameter for?
I would also like to know in what direction the Threat parameter works? If I increase it, will the engine spend more effort detecting threats? Or will he become more aggressive himself?
Finally, I understand that OwnKingAttack determines the propensity of the engine to go hunting for the opposing king. But what exactly does OppKingAttack measure?

[swami]

Wonderful.

Thanks, it is my favorite engine. I had a great time playing with this engine with eboard setup, it never disappoints me.

[swami]

Hey Ferdy,

can you please make a OEX engine of CDrill?
I would love to use it with my Android phone!

Peter

Never tried playing with the engine on Android phone. Only played with Lichess Bots. Is there a Decent Option available in Lichess?

[swami]

Hey Ferdy,

can you please make a OEX engine of CDrill?
I would love to use it with my Android phone!

Peter

Never tried playing with the engine on Android phone. Only played with Lichess Bots. Is there a Decent Option available in Lichess?

In terms of instant game play availability, I guess Android version would be better than a Lichess bot, as the latter would need online presence and opportunity to play would depend on some criteria, and if it's not already playing a game with someone else.