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gen·ius ( P ) Pronunciation Key (jnys)
n. pl. gen·ius·es

Extraordinary intellectual and creative power.

Using that definition I'd say yes


By IQ standards no, If I remember correctly Serge said he scored 138 in Russian and 112 in English on IQ tests

I think a better description would be brilliant and an artist, taking working chat boards and being a personality to an art form and showing brilliance in the ability to adapt to a situation and turn it to his advantage (like playing chess)

Also Serge is educated and cultured

I had the good fortune to spend a little time with Serge and LL a few months ago and in person Serge is very charming, witty, a good conservationist and can order an excellent red wine. Safe to say those who have spent time with Serge in person have enjoyed his company

Also Serge can be a person you really don't want to run afoul of if he is serious

and on occasion Serge can get obsessive (ask J. Barley) he he he