A poisoned pawn is a tactical trick used to bait an opponent into capturing a pawn that appears to be undefended, but in reality, the capture leads to a disadvantageous position.
Month: May 2023
Learn to play the Møller Attack
It is a sharp and aggressive line that aims to seize control of the center and launch a quick attack against the black king. The Moeller Attack was named after Jørgen Møller, a Danish chess player who analyzed this line in 1898.
Knightmate Chess: My kingdom for a horse!
This variant, created by Bruce Zimov in 1972, introduces an interesting goal – to checkmate a knight instead of a king.
The Exchange Office: Sacrifice a rook for a minor piece
The exchange sacrifice can be a risky move, as the rook is typically considered to be more valuable than a minor piece. However, it can also be a powerful tactic when used effectively, and is often employed by experienced players as a surprise attack or to gain a decisive advantage in a critical position.
Intermediate: Rook and king vs bishop and king
While the rook versus bishop endgame may not be the most common scenario, it still occurs with considerable frequency, and it is quite possible that you may encounter it in one of your significant games.
#10: Find White’s best winning move
Two moves before this position, Black made a reckless charge with the queen, and was…
King’s Gambit: Learn this simple trap against Schallopp Defense
The trap I want to demonstrate in this article exploits the last thing, the lack of protection. An experienced player probably won’t fall into it, but it can be surprisingly efficient against opponents who aren’t used to play against the King’s Gambit too often.
Pion coiffé: The handicap you might never hear of
Pion coiffé is a relatively uncommon handicap in modern tournament play, but it has been used in the past as a way to give weaker players a chance against stronger opponents.
Four Knights Game, Italian Variation: A bishop pair beats a rook
The formation after White’s 5th move allowed multiple ways to recapture the sacrificed knight, while having opened new threats to fork white pieces again.
Learn to play From’s Gambit to exploit the opponent
Despite these risks, the From’s Gambit can be a fun and interesting opening to play for those who want to try something different. It can be particularly effective in blitz or rapid games where opponents may not have time to fully analyze the position.