Attack on the uncastled king: king to c2 (d1·19)
c9-14392Puzzle rating: 1250Theme: 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
14. Kc2 Nxd3 15. Bf6+ Kc7 16. Kxd3
Why it works
- Great move! king to c2 keeps the pressure (+4.8).
- Spot on — bishop to f6 (+4.8).
- Strong! king to d3 is the sharp choice (+4.9).
- You reach a winning position (+4.9).
- If instead Nxd3, then Bf6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #770.
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