Chess dads
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Alireza Firouzja, once heralded as the future of chess, finds himself spiraling after a disastrous Candidates Tournament. With expectations crushing him from all sides—his father, his fans, and his own doubts—he begins to question if he even wants to keep playing. As he struggles through Norway Chess, he finds unlikely support in Hikaru Nakamura’s chaotic wisdom and Magnus Carlsen’s brutal honesty. Through blunders, rivalries, and late-night blitz sessions, Alireza realizes that chess is more than just winning or losing—it’s about deciding for himself what kind of player, and person, he wants to be.
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- Part 1 of Chess dads
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The Chess Dads And An Officially Adopted Chess Son by controlflowerror
Fandoms: Professional Chess RPF
04 Apr 2025
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In the wake of a scandal that shatters his life, Alireza Firouzja finds himself unexpectedly adopted by two of the most powerful figures in the chess world—Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura. As he navigates the complexities of this new family dynamic, Alireza learns what it truly means to belong, to be cared for, and to forge his own path. But some things, like unexpected confrontations and public reveals, come with a price. In the world of grandmasters, family can be just as unexpected as the game itself.
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- Part 2 of Chess dads
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After a brutal nightmare dredges up old fears and feelings of abandonment, Alireza wakes in a panic. Hikaru finds him first, grounding him with steady breath and quiet comfort. Magnus joins soon after, and together they do what they always do—wrap him in love, warmth, and chamomile tea. A sleepless night turns into a makeshift sleepover on the couch, complete with cold tea, back pain, and a cat with no sense of boundaries. But when Alireza wakes up smiling, it’s all worth it.
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- Part 3 of Chess dads
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A fever hits Alireza hard, sending Magnus and Hikaru into a sleepless night of worry, care, and fierce love. As they navigate fear, helplessness, and the tender ache of watching their son suffer, memories resurface and bonds are strengthened. When Alireza finally calls them "Dad" while fully conscious, it isn't just a word—it's a milestone. Wrapped in blankets, quiet jokes, and the safety of each other, this little family finds healing not just from the fever, but from the unspoken fears that come with loving so deeply.
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- Part 4 of Chess dads
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Alireza wakes up on his birthday to balloons, chaos, and chess pieces mysteriously taped to his door. What follows is a day full of lopsided cake, disastrous baking attempts, heartfelt gifts, ridiculous traditions, Mortal Kombat smackdowns, and one very determined kitten in a bowtie. In the end, it’s not about the perfect birthday—it’s about love, laughter, and the found family that made it unforgettable.
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- Part 5 of Chess dads