Hey my name is Mark and I'm a 27 year old Australian. I've been playing chess for 7 years. Been playing video games since I was born.
It is my hope that you'll find my chess stream both educational ***and*** entertaining. I also play some other games like PUBG and CS:GO. If you enjoy hanging out **follow** to join the ***Sour Snatch Kids***, and if you **really** love the stream, **subscribe** to join the ***Snatchlings***, m8.
My username is **SnatchPato** on [chess.com](https://www.chess.com/member/SnatchPato?ref_id=5101493)
###Do you have a community hangout?
Sure do! Come join our [Discord Channel](https://discord.gg/U6t7MWZ)!
###Where are you from?
I'm a true blue Aussie (Australian), not a Kiwi (someone from New Zealand), even though the accents are similar!
###Can I be a mod?
To become a mod you must demonstrate commitment to the stream. This means being active in the chat, answering questions from new viewers and generally interacting with the chat. If you fulfil these requirements and have been an active Sour Snatch Kid for at least 2 weeks send me a message outlining ***why you would make a good Moderator*** and we will sort it out.
###What websites do you play on?
[chess.com](http://www.chess.com?ref_id=5101493).
###Can I play you?
It really depends on the stream, however if it is a stream where I'm accepting challenges click this [link](https://www.chess.com/live#challenge=5m5s%7Cchess&member=snatchpato?ref_id=5101493) to offer a challenge!
###What websites do you play on?
[chess.com](http://www.chess.com?ref_id=5101493).
###What software do you use to stream?
[OBS](https://streamlabs.com/slobs/d/279528)
###1. [Hutch](http://www.twitch.tv/hutch)
Hutch raided me on Monday 16/02/15. It was such an amazing experience, and all his raiders were so supportive. Thanks for the exposure Hutch, I genuinely appreciate it!
###2. [ChessNetwork](http://www.twitch.tv/chessnetwork)
Jerry has given me some quality advice about streaming and has always taken the time to help his viewers (even if it's not me). He's a huge inspiration and role model, and I want to thank him for laying the groundwork for all aspiring chess streamers. I consider Jerry to be the epitome of chess entertainment.
###3. [Eric Hansen](http://www.twitch.tv/chessbrah)
GM Eric Hansen is the leader of the chessbrah's and is simply a super nice guy. He's always made time for me and been very welcoming from simply saying hey when I'm in his stream, through to hosting me for hundreds of viewers. He's a great role model, and a fantastic chess player to boot. Definitely a channel worth supporting!
Follow me on social media to never miss a stream, and keep up to date with all my content!
**Youtube** - [PATOMARK](http://goo.gl/Nu48mk)
**Twitter** - [@SnatchMark](https://twitter.com/SnatchMark)
I strongly encourage you to be active in the chat and interact with your fellow Sour Snatch Kids, however please abide by these simple and straightforward rules:
**1. No abusing your fellow Sour Snatch Kids. This includes racism, sexism and general hate speech. This rule will be *strictly* enforced.**
**2. No spam.**
**3. Use CAPS sparingly.**
**4. No advertising.**
###Peripherals
Webcam - Logitech C920
Headset - Kingston HyperX Cloud II
Mouse - Razer Deathadder
Keyboard - Rosewill RK-9000
Microphone - Neewer NW-800
###Rig
CPU - Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz
GPU - Gainward 4G GTX 970
MOBO - ASRock Fatal1ty Z97X
RAM - 2x4G G.Skill Ripjaws-X
SSD - Transcend 128GB
HDD - Seagate 3.5" Barracuda 1TB
PSU - Thermaltake 650W 80+ GOLD
CASE - Coolermaster N400
I don't have a stream schedule, my life isn't that structured! Be sure to follow me on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/SnatchMark) or [Discord](https://discord.gg/U6t7MWZ)! to find out if I'll be streaming that day or not!
###Support the stream!
[Tips Welcome Here!](https://twitch.streamlabs.com/snatchpato)
If you're enjoying the content and feel like tipping me for my efforts, thank you very much!
Please note that tips are non-refundable.
A sincere thank you to everyone who has donated, you truly are wonderful people!
###Top 5 Donators:
1) Sofus80 - 65
2) Tourist_Trap - 0
3) Lamaown - 5
4) Haughmill - 0
5) TroublishONE - 5