Chess960 tactic on e6 (e1·2)
c9-14750Puzzle 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
33. Qe6 Ne3+ 34. Bxe3 Rg1+ 35. Bxg1 Ra6 36. Qc8#
Why it works
- Sensible development: queen to e6.
- Spot on — bishop to e3 (#2).
- Precise: bishop to g1 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. queen to c8 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Ne3+, then Bxe3 and you win the knight.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #874.
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