It's something you do when you've already lost. Even if it's in form only, you still act like you're going to attack.

That kind of vanity is necessary for youkai who value their pride and reputation.

Hee—

Koishi, do you play shogi too?

I'm a satori youkai, so...

Nobody really wanted to play against someone who could read their minds.

Ah, right...

But you can't anymore, right?

Can you still not find anyone to play with?

Well, because I play unconsciously...

By the time I realize, the board is all messed up. It's not much of a game that way.