Re:What is Chess? What to think and how long for
by brrrrrm on Wednesday March 01, 2023 @09:47AM
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Puzzles + learning openings. I highly recommend lichess for this
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Re:What is Chess? What to think and how long for
by vikingerik on Wednesday March 01, 2023 @10:31AM
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Make sure you do defensive puzzles as well. I'm fairly decent at spotting a tactic to win material a few moves ahead, but terrible at seeing one coming from my opponent early enough to avert it. I'm not sure what lichess has, but definitely look for puzzles where you have to avoid a knight fork or some pin or incoming checkmate.
Re:What is Chess? What to think and how long for
by slm_HN on Wednesday March 01, 2023 @09:52AM
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Puzzles are great for learning tactics, but eventually you need to learn some strategy and positional play. You'll need to read a book or two for this. And don't forget endings!
Re:What is Chess? What to think and how long for
by shric on Wednesday March 01, 2023 @09:56AM
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And don't forget to study end games too. I don't think you need a strong grasp of opening theory until you reach around 2000 (lichess).
Re:What is Chess? What to think and how long for
by genghisjahn on Wednesday March 01, 2023 @09:53AM
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Learn end games before opening s. Learn k+q against a k. Learn k+pawn against k (how to advance a pawn to promote to q). K+r against K. There are others but get those 3 down.