Attack on the uncastled king: king to a2 (b1·2)
c9-09648Puzzle 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
17. Ka2 Bd3 18. Qb4+ Kc8 19. Nd4
Why it works
- Great move! king to a2 keeps the pressure (+4.1).
- Well found: queen to b4 (+5.3).
- A natural move: knight to d4.
- You win decisive material (+5.6).
- If instead c5, then Bxf4 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #807.
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