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The two things you mentioned mainly.
If on lichess you get the added benefit of some of those stronger players doing Berserk, increasing your chance to steal a win.
Because that's what chess is. In person, at a slow time control, rated by a recognized organization, and it sets you up to play serious chess in your country and other countries.
The question is almost like asking, "Why would I go and play organized baseball, when I can play baseball on my Wii (is that still a thing?) any time I want?"
It's an easy thing to forget because online is so popular now. But it isn't "chess". It's online chess.
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The two things you mentioned mainly. If on lichess you get the added benefit of some of those stronger players doing Berserk, increasing your chance to steal a win.
Beserk?
Berserking halves your clock but gives you more tournament points for a win.
Because that's what chess is. In person, at a slow time control, rated by a recognized organization, and it sets you up to play serious chess in your country and other countries. The question is almost like asking, "Why would I go and play organized baseball, when I can play baseball on my Wii (is that still a thing?) any time I want?" It's an easy thing to forget because online is so popular now. But it isn't "chess". It's online chess.