Attack on the uncastled king: bishop to h8 (g7·5)
c9-19143Puzzle rating: 1980Theme: 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
13. Bxh8 Be5 14. Qxe5 f4 15. Qg7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to h8 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to e5 (#1).
- Precise: queen to g7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Be5, then Qxe5 and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #388.
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