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Have you ever started a game and your opponent comes out early with their queen? Learning how to punish early queen attacks is a great way to get a leg up on your opponent. How to Punish Early Queen Attacks Putting pressure on the attacking …
There’s basically two “special” moves in chess: castling and en passant. Why was en passant added to chess? If you’re a chess beginner, using en passant is critical to your game and I’m going to show you why. Why Was En Passant Added to Chess? …
Out of the twenty possible moves you can make to start a game, what is the worst first move in chess? Let’s take a deep dive into understanding how to improve your game by NOT starting off with a weak position. What is the Worst …
When it comes to becoming a master at chess, even as a beginner, I think we all wonder which are the best chess defense openings. Imagine being able to counter your opponent’s every move before springing your attack! Best Chess Defense Openings for Beginners Understanding …
It’s been a grueling game and it’s down to this. It’s your king and bishop versus your opponent’s king and rook. Is rook vs bishop endgame a draw? Is Rook vs Bishop Endgame a Draw? More often than not, rook vs bishop endgame ends in …
In chess we’ve all heard of check, checkmate, stalemates, and draws, but what is sudden death in chess? If you haven’t heard of it, it’s actually pretty interesting. Even more interesting is its nickname, “Armageddon chess”. What is Sudden Death in Chess? Sudden death in …
You’re playing chess online. You’ve trapped the opponent’s king! But then, draw? Why is a stalemate not a win? I feel like this has happened to everyone at least once. Why is a Stalemate Not a Win? A stalemate is not a win because in …
When it comes down to the strategies and principles of chess, what is positional advantage? How much of a factor is positional advantage vs material advantage? What is Positional Advantage in Chess? Positional advantage means the placement of your pieces pose a greater threat than …
It’s a debate that is always a popular topic in the chess forums. When it comes to bishop or knight, which is stronger? These two pieces in particular are more evenly matched than you may think. Bishop or Knight, Which is stronger? When it comes …
Offense vs Defense. In chess, which is better? Should you focus heavily on the attack and capturing your opponent’s pieces? Or should you do everything to protect your pieces and let your offense be reactive? Offense vs Defense in Chess When it comes to offense …