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Check In Chess: Master the Art of Giving Checks
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Check In Chess: Master the Art of Giving Checks

ByNiyotee K December 18, 2022February 2, 2023

To win a game, you need to understand what a check is and how to give checks properly to checkmate your opponent. Click the image to know more about checks in chess.

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8 Special Rules in Chess You Need To Know
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8 Special Rules in Chess You Need To Know

ByNiyotee K November 24, 2022February 2, 2023

While the basic rules of chess are simple, there are also some special rules that can make the game more challenging and exciting.
Want to know the 8 special rules that can help you turn a game around? Read on to learn how you can use these rules to win or draw a game.

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Resign In Chess: To Do Or Not To Do
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Resign In Chess: To Do Or Not To Do

ByNiyotee K November 11, 2022February 2, 2023

Resigning in chess is when you realize you have reached an unwinnable position and formally let your opponent know that you wish to quit the game. But sometimes, resigning can be the smartest move you can make. Find out when to resign and when not to.

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Exchange in Chess: The Only Guide You’ll Ever Need
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Exchange in Chess: The Only Guide You’ll Ever Need

ByNiyotee K September 20, 2022October 3, 2022

Exchanges are so common in chess that playing a whole game without making a single exchange is almost impossible.
Read on to know what an exchange is and when to do it to improve your position in the game.

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The “Touch Move” in Chess: What You Should Know
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The “Touch Move” in Chess: What You Should Know

ByNiyotee K September 3, 2022February 2, 2023

The touch move in chess, a basic rule, states that if a player touches a piece intentionally when it’s their turn to play, they must move it.

However, there’s more to it. Read to know what exactly is the touch move in chess.

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How Many Queens Can You Have In Chess
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How Many Queens Can You Have In Chess

ByNiyotee K August 6, 2022September 5, 2022

There can be 18 queens on a chessboard in theory. But how? Find out to know how is it possible for each player to have 9 queens each.

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Opposition in Chess: The Secret to Winning Endgames
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Opposition in Chess: The Secret to Winning Endgames

ByNiyotee K July 28, 2022February 8, 2023

Opposition is a fundamental concept in chess endings that will help you convert a win easily once you understand it correctly. Read on to know what opposition is and how to use it to win a game.

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Stalemate in Chess: Rules, Tips and Examples
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Stalemate in Chess: Rules, Tips and Examples

ByNiyotee K July 18, 2022February 9, 2023

Stalemate in chess occurs when a player isn’t able to move and forces a draw. Learn what a stalemate is, how to avoid it if you’re winning a game, and use it to draw if you’re losing a game.

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En Passant: What Is It and How to Play It
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En Passant: What Is It and How to Play It

ByNiyotee K July 1, 2022February 2, 2023

En passant is a special pawn move in chess where a pawn can capture a horizontally adjacent pawn. Discover what it is and how to play it.

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Chess Pieces 101: Names, Moves, and Value
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Chess Pieces 101: Names, Moves, and Value

ByNiyotee K March 25, 2022January 5, 2023

Knowing the value of chess pieces and how they move on the board is the first step toward learning chess. Here’s a visual guide on the six types of chess pieces.

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