What is a Fianchetto?
The fianchetto. a classic strategy that sees the development of a bishop on the longest diagonal of the board, is a cornerstone of many openings and enables the game to…
Chess Strategies for surviving the lockdown
With many of our team members in self-quarantine mode, we can't think of a better topic to write about than our current situation and how, as chess players, we can…
The Curious Case of a black sheep: Piece Coordination and teamwork.
Imagine winding up your office work earlier to get back home for a crunchy cup of popcorn, the warmth of a comfortable couch, your family around you and your favorite…
Misadventures of a Bishop: The Lockdown
Once upon a time, in our checkered battlefield, a bishop got stuck in its own quarters. The only thing it could see was a wall of pawns. Beyond it, in…
Beware of the zombie pawns
Imagine a pawn with bulging eyes, outstretched hands and with an open jaw trying to land a bite on fellow pieces. How funny would it be if pieces could actually…
Breaking Down the Wall | Chess Strategy Simplified
Imagine having to break down a large wall. Where do you begin? How do you go about it? I don't think it will be fair to blow up the wall…
Running in Circles like a Headless Chicken
Wouldn't it be nice if chess were as simple as hockey? We could just tell the beginner players "All you have to do is knock the king out of the…