Square One

    Spot tactics

    Undefended pieces and double attacks decide many beginner games.

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    See what is loose

    Before you move, scan for pieces that are undefended or can be attacked twice. The next boards reward a capture and a knight jump — both are bread-and-butter tactics.

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