According to the chess-obsessed in Bryant Park

“Say, ‘Chess is just like love: It requires patience, strategy and fighting for a powerful woman.’ “ — Leonard

“Say, ‘I’m feeling generous, so I’ll let you make the first move tonight.’ “— Don

“Tell them, ‘I’ll be your queen if you’ll be my knight . . . in shining armor.’ “ — Debbie

“When she asks you your name, say ‘Bobby Fischer.’ “ — Joseph

“Whisper, ‘I’d like to steal your pieces all night long.’ “ — Sana