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Attack on the uncastled king: bishop to c2 (e4)

c9-14979
Puzzle rating: 970Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
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White to move — find the best continuation

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The tactical motive

Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.

White to move — find the best continuation

Solution & explanation

Main line

11. Bc2 Qc4 12. Qb6+ Nc7 13. Bb2

Why it works

  • Great move! bishop to c2 keeps the pressure (+2.0).
  • Spot on — queen to b6 (+2.2).
  • A natural move: bishop to b2.
  • You reach a winning position (+2.4).
  • If instead Qb4, then Bb2 and you stay on top.

About this position

These pieces come from starting position #836.

Explore position #836

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