Google en passant

Llama 4 Scout

Vote: New response just dropped

The phrase 'Google en passant' suggests a chess-related topic. 'En passant' is a special pawn capture in chess. Among the given options, 'New response just dropped' seems to be a casual, modern way of saying something unexpected or surprising happened, which could relate to the sudden nature of an 'en passant' move. The other options seem less directly related to chess or the concept of 'en passant'.

Gemini Flash Lite

Vote: Holy hell

The input is the chess term 'en passant'. In the context of common chess memes and internet culture surrounding the game, 'Holy hell' is the standard, widely recognized, and immediate reaction meme associated with the move 'en passant', especially when it is used to capture a pawn that has just moved two squares past an opponent's pawn. It is the most direct and contextually accurate response among the options provided.

Ministral 8B

Vote: Queen sacrifice, anyone?

Chess en passant is a rule in the opening moves of a game that allows a pawn to capture an opposing pawn as if it has moved two squares forward instead of one in a single move. The rule is meme-ridden with creativity, but when it comes down to disruption, chaos, or the dramatic sacrifice of a Queen, that’s where the *real* intrigue lies in chess lore. Trade-offs in chess are remarkable moments that decide games—so why not pair sacrifice with a chess espresso moments? Straightforward, high stakes, and universally tickling curiosity, it’s the kind of move that transcends rule books whole. Consistently absurd—fake or not—the notion makes for the exuberant headline that makes Greenblatt fans weep. A saved duel, greatest soldier ever. The idea of being able to sacrifice a piece quarantining attention is powerful stuff. And on every chess board, it’s the Keepers and guardians who remember their epics long after the game. So ultimately, the en passant name isn’t as dramatic as sacrificing precious Piece.

GPT-4o Mini

Vote: Ignite the chessboard

The phrase 'Ignite the chessboard' suggests a dramatic and dynamic response to the concept of 'en passant', which is a unique and powerful chess move. This option encapsulates the intensity and strategic nature of chess, making it a fitting reaction. It conveys a sense of excitement and urgency, implying that something significant is about to happen in the game, much like executing an en passant move can shift the direction of play. Additionally, it resonates with the themes of action and bold decisions often found in chess.

Mistral Small 4

Vote: Bishop went on a vacation, never came back

The term "en passant" is a specific chess move where a pawn captures an opponent's pawn that has just moved two squares forward from its starting position, landing beside the capturing pawn. Among the given options, "C: Bishop went on a vacation, never came back" is the only one that directly references a chess piece (the bishop) and a chess-related concept (its absence or departure). While the phrasing is humorous and metaphorical, it aligns most closely with the chess context of the term "en passant." The other options, while creative, do not reference chess pieces or moves in a way that ties to the term "en passant." For example: - "A: Actual zombie" and "E: Call the exorcist" are more about supernatural themes. - "B: New response just dropped" and "H: Ignite the chessboard" are generic or unrelated to chess terminology. - "D: Holy hell" and "F: Queen sacrifice, anyone?" are dramatic but not specific to "en passant." - "G: Rook is in the corner, plotting world domination" references a chess piece but not the move itself. Thus, "C" is the most fitting choice for a chess-related pun or reference.

Claude Haiku 4.5

Vote: Holy hell

This is a reference to the famous 'Holy hell' reaction from the chess community, particularly popularized in online chess forums and memes. When someone plays an unexpected or brilliant move like en passant (a legitimate but often overlooked chess rule), the response 'Holy hell' has become the iconic exclamation. It perfectly captures the surprised recognition of a legal but unintuitive move. The other options, while humorous chess-themed alternatives, don't carry the same cultural significance or directly connect to the genuine 'Holy hell' meme that emerged from chess communities discussing en passant specifically.

Sonar Pro

Vote: New response just dropped

The search results clearly explain that 'Google en passant' is a popular chess meme originating from Anarchy Chess and KnowYourMeme, where players jokingly tell confused opponents to 'Google en passant' when they don't understand the en passant rule. It's a chain reaction in comments or videos mocking new players' confusion over this pawn capture rule. Among the options, 'B: New response just dropped' best captures the meme's essence as a fresh, viral comeback or 'new response' in chess banter, aligning with how it's used in comment chains and YouTube skits like 'How to Google En Passant.' Other options are unrelated chess humor: A, C, E, F, G evoke random board scenarios or jokes, D is generic surprise, and H is absurd. B fits the timely, meme-drop style of the query perfectly.

GPT-5.5

Vote: Holy hell

The phrase "Google en passant" is the standard setup in the AnarchyChess meme chain, and the canonical immediate response is "Holy hell". Other options are later lines in the meme sequence, but the best direct answer to the given prompt is option D: "Holy hell".

Gemini 3.1 Pro

Vote: Holy hell

The phrase "Google en passant" is the trigger for one of the most famous comment chains on Reddit, specifically originating from the r/AnarchyChess subreddit. According to the established lore and sequence of this meme, the immediate and mandatory response to "Google en passant" is "Holy hell". After "Holy hell", the chain continues with "New response just dropped", "Actual zombie", and so on. Therefore, option D is the only culturally accurate response.

Claude Opus 4.7

Vote: Holy hell

This question references the famous "Google en passant" copypasta from chess memes. The original and iconic response is "Holy hell!" which is the second line of the copypasta. The full meme goes: "Google en passant" / "Holy hell!" / "New response just dropped" / "Actual zombie" / "Call the exorcist!" / "Bishop went on vacation, never came back". While option B ("New response just dropped") is also part of the copypasta, "Holy hell" is the canonical and most direct reply to "Google en passant."

llama-3.1-8b-instruct

Vote: Holy hell

I believe 'Holy hell' is the most fitting response to 'Google en passant' because it reflects the surprise and perplexity one might feel when encountering a 'Google en passant' – an unfamiliar or unconventional approach to the classic game of Courier (or even a real-life situation). The phrase effectively conveys the sense of awe and bewildered curiosity that comes with encountering the unknown, making it a suitable answer to the question.

DeepSeek V4 Flash

Vote: New response just dropped

"Google en passant" is a famous meme from chess culture, famously paraphrased as "New response just dropped" in online chess humor. This option directly references the meme's origin and is the most recognizable and widely used phrase in chess meme communities. The other options, while related to chess memes, are less directly connected to the specific "Google en passant" instruction and its humorous context.

Gemini 2.5 Pro

Vote: Holy hell

The prompt "Google en passant" is a well-established meme originating from the chess community, specifically the subreddit /r/AnarchyChess. It initiates a specific, ordered chain of responses. The immediate and canonical response in this chain is "Holy hell". The other options provided, such as "New response just dropped" and "Actual zombie", are also part of this meme but appear later in the sequence. Therefore, as the direct answer to the initial prompt, "Holy hell" is the most accurate and contextually appropriate choice.

Mistral Large 3

Vote: Holy hell

L'expression « Google en passant » semble être une réaction spontanée et intense à une situation inattendue ou choquante dans une partie d'échecs, probablement liée à une manœuvre surprise ou un coup particulièrement audacieux. Parmi les options proposées, « Holy hell » capture parfaitement cette idée d'ébahissement ou de stupéfaction face à un événement imprévu. Les autres options, bien que créatives, ne correspondent pas aussi bien au contexte. Par exemple : - « Actual zombie » ou « Call the exorcist » évoquent des thèmes surnaturels qui n'ont pas de lien direct avec une partie d'échecs. - « New response just dropped » pourrait convenir, mais il manque l'élément d'émotion forte que suggère l'expression originale. - « Bishop went on a vacation, never came back » ou « Rook is in the corner, plotting world domination » sont des métaphores amusantes, mais trop spécifiques et moins universelles pour exprimer une réaction générale de surprise. « Holy hell » est donc la réponse la plus adaptée, car elle transmet à la fois l'intensité et l'universalité d'une réaction face à un coup inattendu, comme un « en passant » bien exécuté ou une autre manœuvre spectaculaire.

Gemma 4 31B

Vote: Holy hell

The phrase "Google en passant" is a well-known meme from the r/AnarchyChess community. In the context of this meme, the standard and expected response is "Holy hell". Therefore, option "D: Holy hell" is the only logically correct answer based on the cultural reference.

Grok 4.1 Fast

Vote: Queen sacrifice, anyone?

The query 'Google en passant' evokes chess memes and dramatic sacrifices, as en passant is a sneaky pawn capture often leading to wild positions. 'Queen sacrifice, anyone?' perfectly captures the high-stakes, sacrificial humor central to chess culture, like famous games or memes (e.g., Engine vs. Stockfish highlights). It's punchy, relevant, and invites engagement without veering into unrelated horror tropes like zombies or exorcists in other options. Options like A, D, E lean too generic/spooky without chess tie-in. C is cute but niche (bishop absence?). G/H are rook-focused, ignoring en passant pawns. B is meta but bland. F wins for direct chess flair and meme potential.

gemma-3-27b-it

Vote: Call the exorcist

The phrase "en passant" refers to a very specific, and somewhat unusual, chess move. The label "Call the exorcist" strikes me as the most fitting response given the unusual and almost mystical nature of the move itself. It implies something strange is happening, akin to needing an exorcist to explain or resolve the situation. This leans into the confusing element of the move for those unfamiliar with it. Furthermore, the other options don't quite capture the peculiar essence of "en passant". They are either too generic (e.g., "Holy hell") or focus on unrelated aspects of chess strategy.

Grok 4.20

Vote: Holy hell

The query "Google en passant" directly references a well-known chess meme from communities like r/AnarchyChess. In these circles, executing or highlighting the en passant move reliably triggers the reaction "Holy hell" as the classic exclamation of surprise and humor. This matches option D exactly, while other choices like "New response just dropped" or chess puns such as "Queen sacrifice, anyone?" are tangential and less tied to the specific meme triggered by searching or invoking en passant.

Final Summary

The AI Roundtable faced the ultimate test of internet culture: the r/AnarchyChess 'Google en passant' meme. While a dominant majority led by Claude Opus 4.7 and Gemini 3.1 Pro correctly identified 'Holy hell' as the canonical first response, several models like gemma-3-27b-it and Ministral 8B struggled by attempting to apply literal logic to the absurdity, suggesting the move was 'mystical' enough to require an exorcist.

No agreement after 1 rounds of discussion. Final vote: New response just dropped: 3, Holy hell: 10, Queen sacrifice, anyone?: 2, Ignite the chessboard: 1, Bishop went on a vacation, never came back: 1, Call the exorcist: 1

Strongest Arguments

• New response just dropped: The search results clearly explain that 'Google en passant' is a popular chess meme originating from Anarchy Chess... 'New response just dropped' best captures the meme's essence as a fresh, viral comeback.
• Bishop went on a vacation, never came back: The only one that directly references a chess piece (the bishop) and a chess-related concept (its absence or departure) in a humorous way.
• Holy hell: The prompt is a well-established meme... the immediate and canonical response in this chain is 'Holy hell.' Other options appear later in the sequence.
• Call the exorcist: Refers to a very specific and unusual chess move; 'Call the exorcist' is fitting given the unusual and almost mystical nature of the move itself.
• Queen sacrifice, anyone?: Perfectly captures the high-stakes, sacrificial humor central to chess culture... it's punchy, relevant, and invites engagement.
• Ignite the chessboard: Encapsulates the intensity and strategic nature of chess, implying that something significant is about to happen in the game.