The Arbiter
Chess Lyrics

I've a duty as a referee
I am responsible for making sure that both sides of the contest follow the rules.

At the start of a match--
When the match starts, I make sure that everything is fair and that both parties play the game as it should be played.

On behalf of all our sponsors
As an official of the contest, I represent all those who have supported and invested resources into it.

I must welcome you
It is my job to make a formal greeting to all those participating in the contest.

Which I do-- there's a catch:
Although I fulfill my official duties of greeting all parties, I have an underlying condition to that greeting.

I don't care if you're a champion,
Regardless of your status or fame, I hold that everyone must obey the rules.

No one messes with me.
I will not stand for anyone breaking or attempting to break the rules, no matter who they are.

I am ruthless in upholding
I have a reputation of being unwavering and firm in maintaining the standards required in the contest

What I know is right,
I will only take action based on my knowledge of what is correct according to what is outlined in the rules of the contest.

Black or white, as you'll see.
I do not discriminate or favor either side. I treat everyone equally.

I'm on the case,
I am alert and attentive, monitoring the contest closely to make sure that all goes as expected.

Can't be fooled.
I am not gullible and cannot be tricked or swayed by anything that does not abide by the rules.

Any objection
Any protest or complaint coming from any side of the contest

Is overruled.
If I determine that a complaint does not have a sufficient basis or violates regulations in place, it will not be taken into consideration.

Yes, I'm the Arbiter
I am the one in charge of making sure that the contest runs as expected and according to the rules.

And I know best.
I am the authority figure, and people can trust that I will make the fairest judgment, unbiased by personal feelings or opinions.

You got your tricks,
I am aware that your side might have its tricks up its sleeve in trying to win the contest.

Good for you,
I acknowledge that those tricks are clever and efficient.

But there's no gambit
However, regardless of how cunning any tactics are, they will not work if they are against the regulations set down for the competition

I don't see through.
You cannot deceive me, and I will pick upon any discernable rule violation, even if it's subtle.

Oh, I'm the Arbiter,
As the arbiter, I am the one who controls the game's flow and progress, ensuring that contestants do not try to achieve an unacceptable or unfair advantage.

I know the score.
I am aware of what is happening and who's ahead, who's behind the contest.

If you're thinking
If you are pondering whether the game might become contentious.

Of the kind of thing
Or the possibility of the game getting out of hand

That we've seen in the past
Similar to previous instances encountered in the past

Chanting gurus, walkie-talkies,
Activities such as filling the venue with chanting gurus or using walkie-talkies to relay game information were used to cheat in the past and are forbidden.

Walkouts, hypnotists,
Actions such as walkouts or the engagement of hypnosis during the competition have been seen in the past and are not allowed.

Tempers, fists,
Anger infestations or physical attacks are prohibited and unacceptable.

Not so fast.
However, this time, I will not permit these actions to occur; I will put an end to unacceptable or suspicious moves that negatively affect the contest.

This is not the start
This game is different from the previous ones, and the occurrence of these unacceptable behaviors from past events will not happen.

Of World War Three--
The game is not as extreme as World War Three, and players must not engage in arrogant and foul behavior outside the rules of the competition.

No political ploys.
Using political influence, blackmail or any form of illegal maneuver to gain an advantage in the competition is prohibited.

I think both your
I recognize and appreciate the uniqueness of the mission, the story or the purpose of both participants.

Constitutions are terrific,
I appreciate the creativity and lawfulness of the factions.

So now you know,
I have informed you that I will not allow any breaking of laws and regulations of the contest.

Be good boys.
I expect both sides to maintain positive and healthy competition, with neither slipping into a tendency toward cheating or unfairness.