How Grandmasters Use A Bishop In Chess

How do grandmasters turn bishops into game-winning weapons? From brilliant bishop pairs to menacing mating nets, this guide breaks down the chess strategies and tactics behind their power. Includes classic examples and chess puzzles from real grandmaster games to test...

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Charlie Morton

The Humble Yet Potent Chess Pawn

Especially at the elite levels of chess, a single pawn can be the difference between winning and losing. What square a pawn happens to sit on could change whether an endgame is winning or losing. If you are new to...

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Daniel Schipper

The Ultimate Guide to The Queen Chess Piece

It is not just a technicality that the queen is the strongest chess piece on the board. Especially for beginners and intermediate players, the way you use (or lose) your queen often determines the outcome of the game.

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Shawn Bennett

How to Best Use Your Pawns in a Game of Chess

What should pawns do in the middlegame? What is the right time to sacrifice a pawn? Why would you underpromote to a knight or rook?

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Shawn Bennett

The Ultimate Guide To the Knight Chess Piece

The knight chess piece represents the military might of the cavalry. Its movement is unique and unusual compared to other chess pieces, which means it is often part of interesting and unexpected combinations.

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Shawn Bennett

Is A Giant Chess Set Right For You?

Considering a giant chess set? This post explores pros, cons, and practicalities—from space and budget to durability, storage, and social fun. Learn how to choose materials and sizes, maintenance tips, and creative ways to use it outdoors or indoors. Decide...

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Sukanya Mukherjee

The Ultimate Guide to the Bishop Chess Piece

The bishop chess piece is most effective when positioned actively. This means dominating the diagonals in open positions, using two coordinated bishops to control the board, and navigating pawn structures. 

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Shawn Bennett

7 Stunning Historical Chess Sets

Seven historical chess sets stand as testaments to artistry and cultural heritage. From the Lewis Chessmen to Staunton’s iconic design, these masterpieces crafted in ivory, coral, or wood remain treasured artifacts. Today, they reside in national museums and collections, preserving...

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Sukanya Mukherjee

The Complete Guide to King Chess Piece Sizes

Every chess piece serves a function but the king rules them. He moves one square, never jumps, and always decides the game’s end. This piece looks at his history, design, and deep influence on chess — from medieval monarch to...

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Sukanya Mukherjee

Chess Piece Names: Where Do They Come From?

The unique characters of chess pieces are so familiar that we often don’t even question where they come from. However, every piece was once known by a different name and has had different characters spanning centuries and cultures.

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Shawn Bennett

The Ultimate Guide to The Rook Chess Piece

Rook chess isn’t a power grab. It’s a quiet wait for the right moment. This isn’t a tutorial. It’s a story — about elephants, berserkers, boats, endgames, and one piece that went from forgotten corner ornament to battlefield closer. You’ll...

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Sukanya Mukherjee

Our Complete Guide to Chess Piece Sizes

Discover how chess piece sizes influence gameplay and design. Learn about proportionality, board compatibility, and specialty options like travel or novelty sets. Follow FIDE and USCF standards for serious play or explore decorative sets for fun. Enhance your chess experience...

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Sukanya Mukherjee