Authors

Aleksandar Šaranović discovered Go through anime and quickly became fascinated not only with the game itself, but also with its rich history, philosophy, and cultural impact. While still a developing player, he’s deeply passionate about promoting Go and sharing its beauty with others. Aleksandar has a background in creative writing, primarily in Serbian, and is eager to contribute articles in English as well.

Benjamin started playing Go in 2005 in his hometown of Concarneau, Brittany. Along his Go journey, he was able to become 4-time French Champion, 5-time European Team Champion and 1-time European Champion. As of 2025, he became the 10th EGF certified professional player. Besides his Go career, Benjamin runs an art gallery between Warsaw and Budapest - GZÏ Arts.

A former insei at the Korea Baduk Association, he earned his 6-dan rank and later graduated from Myongji University with a double major in Go and English. He has competed in major international tournaments, including placing 5th at the 2022 London Go Open. As the head of Let’s Go Baduk Academy in Goyang, South Korea, he specializes in teaching children and developing structured curriculums. Chanhyuk also creates English-language educational content and writes books aimed at making advanced Go concepts more accessible to global audiences.

Davron is a Go player from Kyrgyzstan, President of the Kyrgyz Go Federation and founder of the Sengoku Go Club. He is actively building the Go community in his country — organizing events, supporting players, and creating opportunities for newcomers to learn and enjoy the game. Outside of Go, he works as a project manager in the technology industry, coordinating teams and turning ideas into working projects. His interests sit where strategy, education, and community building meet.

Pavel grew up in a home filled with books—his mother worked as a book restorer at the State Library of the USSR named after V. I. Lenin, and his father was an avid reader and collector. From an early age, he read voraciously and began writing at 14, producing around a dozen sci-fi stories that were shared among school friends.

His professional life involved writing analytical materials in the field of law, which further fueled his passion for writing. A devoted Go enthusiast, he occasionally writes about the game as well. So far, he has published several articles but has plans for more.

Joanne Wang has been playing Go for about seven years and currently runs two Go clubs in her community. She enjoys writing, with experience in both journalism and creative writing. Outside of Go and writing, she spends her time reading, baking, and listening to music.

Jonas has always been interested in the power of the mind. He delved deeply into Lucid dreaming at around 6 years old, created his own games since he was maybe 8 and then went on to break the world record in one color go simultaneous games in 2023. His visualization skills and fighting spirit makes his games very exciting. He also loves reading spiritual and ancient texts, create strategy games, go for a run, do yoga or participate in a cacao ceremony.

Lukas is a top-amateur player from Prague, Czechia. He has become a Czech Go Baron and Champion many times. Playing and teaching Go as a full-time job a recently started to record videos as well. Still dreaming about becoming a professional player. In the free time, he is doing a lot of sports like football, running or hiking.

Madalin Nanau has always been drawn to the less familiar corners of culture and thought. His curiosity gravitates toward the unknown, making each discovery a personal exploration. Early on, he was captivated by Chinese and Japanese cultures—their intricate writing systems sparking a deep fascination.

Go entered his life in much the same way. While reading a science and technology magazine, he discovered the game and was instantly intrigued. With no board available, he played on math notebooks, taught the game to peers, and even tried to start a club.

Born in Thailand, raised in Tunisia and educated in Canada, Sammy is a thoroughbred world citizen who has spent the better part of his life roaming the globe in search of those pesky little truths that so taunt us in the comfort of our own couches. He first discovered Go in his late teens on a trip to Japan, but was (apparently) a bit too hyperactive to take the time to appreciate the magnitude of its beauty. A couple of decades and a slew of zen lessons later, he is now what you would call a proper Go Fanatic: daily tsumegos and strategy studying; games into the wee hours of the morning; sacrificial offerings to the Go gods etc etc...When not playing or studying Go, Sammy splits his time between teaching guitar, writing, designing playlists, and cuddling his Go-coloured kitty, Foucha.

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Marco first encountered Go in 2016 during the AlphaGo vs Lee Sedol matches, which he watched for hours without fully understanding the rules—but was instantly hooked. He knew then that Go would be a lifelong companion.

Reaching EGF dan level has been one of the most rewarding experiences of his life. He looks forward to spending more time with Go players around the world and being part of this magical community.

Travis is the creator of the “All Things Go” podcast and got into Go after exposure to the AlphaGo documentary and the opportunity to learn more about the game during the pandemic. Travis enjoys interviewing figures in the global Go community and learning more about the subtle nuances of the game. He lives in the northeastern US with his wife and two children.

Vadim Efimenko is the creative force behind its fun, festive, and modern feel. A Go enthusiast since 2006, he focuses more on research and exploration than tournaments—though he holds a 7 dan rank on Fox and has competed as a 4 dan amateur in China.

A professional linguist, Vadim speaks English, Russian, Chinese, and some French. He studied Go in China with pro Yan An 7p and spent five years living and working there. Beyond Go, he enjoys traveling, discovering new cultures, and playing riichi mahjong. At Go Magic, he leads content creation efforts.

Vianka Bissesar Singh was introduced to Go through Hikaru no Go as a child and has remained a passionate player ever since, with over 600 games played on IGS since 2016. While she plays casually at an intermediate level, her true interest lies in the game’s history, cultural roots, and artistic representations—from traditional goban craftsmanship to ukiyo-e prints and professional player profiles.

With five years of experience as a copywriter, Vianka specializes in creating content that connects with audiences while staying aligned with brand goals. She brings a unique blend of marketing expertise and a deep appreciation for Go to her writing.