Chess960 tactic on d4 (e2)
c9-10512Puzzle rating: 2400Theme: 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
35. Nd4 e5 36. Ne6 exf4 37. d6 fxg3 38. Re7#
Why it works
- Sensible development: knight to d4.
- knight to e6 develops smoothly.
- A natural move: pawn to d6.
- Best move. rook to e7 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead e5, then Ne6 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #143.
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