Attack on the uncastled king: king to e1 (f1·3)
c9-19188Puzzle 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
29. Ke1 Ng2+ 30. Ke2 O-O 31. Qxc6
Why it works
- Great move! king to e1 keeps the pressure (+3.3).
- king to e2 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to c6 is the top choice (+3.7).
- You reach a winning position (+3.7).
- If instead Ng2+, then Ke2 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #508.
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