The saying goes that making a move is an advantage. But just ask those players who got in a zugzwang. In a what???

Block your opponent's pieces or even a part of the chessboard. We show you how.

We already know that a pin is a dangerous weapon but only for those who master it. Will you be among them?

We already know deflection as a tactical possibility. Let's see some really interesting examples from tournament practice.

Direct your opponent's pieces through an invisible thread. You are eager to know how?

After moving away a piece another piece may already attack. Try to make use of this unexpected advantage.

Come and learn a very dangerous weapon when a piece gives check after moving away a another piece.

Can you see through the pieces? Well, this is true, in a way. Learn this special tactical motive.

Your opponent likes to make combinations but sometimes erroneously. You have to realise it, though...

Is the bishop or the knight stronger in the middlegame? It is difficult to decide but you will get some help to do so.

Your pieces will be comfortable if they can move to several squares. They will show you their gratitude for this.

They will not hurt each other, much rather your opponent's. Find out which piece is stronger in a position.

We sometimes just feel what the good move is. Listen to your instincts and make bold sacrifices.

A good preparation is necessary for long plans. You can do some preparations here.

This is not what is seems to be. It is only about two pawns left alone fighting shoulder to shoulder.

The best defence is attack. Take a look how this is true in chess.

Good players calculate several moves in advance. Would you like to know how they do it?

Learn further rules for choosing among the possible moves. This will not be so difficult, I promise.