Attack on the uncastled king: bishop to c6 (h1·15)
c9-08960Puzzle rating: 1630Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
White to move — find the best continuation
The tactical motive
Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
White to move — find the best continuation
Solution & explanation
Main line
18. Bc6+ Kd8 19. Qxd6+ Kc8 20. Rxb8#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to c6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to d6 (#1).
- Precise: rook to b8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kd8, then Qxd6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #143.
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