Attack on the uncastled king: knight to c2 (e1·3)
c9-09615Puzzle rating: 970Theme: 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
13. Nc2 Nc5 14. Nd6+ Kb8 15. Ra3
Why it works
- Great move! knight to c2 keeps the pressure (+4.2).
- Spot on — knight to d6 (+4.3).
- Strong! rook to a3 is the sharp choice (+4.3).
- You reach a winning position (+4.3).
- If instead Nc5, then Nd6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #764.
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