Strategic Sacrifices: Long-term Compensation
Strategic Sacrifices Last week, we analysed dynamic sacrifices, where the goal is to gain time, a lead in development, and/or an attack on the king. Below, we explore strategic sacrifices, where the compensation is often far less obvious. How can black sacrifice...
Elements of Bishop Strategy: Dominating the Diagonals
Bishops and their Habits Last week, we analysed the missing bishop and the resulting weak colour complex. Today, we explore further elements of bishop strategy: creating open diagonals and the power of the bishop pair. How can black make use of the active bishop pair?...
Knights and their Outposts: The Road to Victory
Knights and their Outposts Knights are usually at their best when they have advanced outposts in the centre. Below, we explore the powerful relationship between knights and their outposts. How can black create an outpost for their knight? Outposts: Homes for Knights...
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