Attack on the uncastled king: king to e2 (d1·6)
c9-18095Puzzle 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
30. Ke2 Bd3+ 31. Ke3 Na6 32. Qb6
Why it works
- Great move! king to e2 keeps the pressure (+7.2).
- king to e3 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to b6 is the top choice (+8.1).
- You win decisive material (+8.1).
- If instead Bd3+, then Ke3 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #698.
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