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Attack on the uncastled king: king to e2 (d1·6)

c9-18095
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

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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