Chapter 5: Special moves and mixed · Level 29 of 50

Level 29: Mixed Checkmates

Goal: Checkmate in one — now the patterns are mixed. Use everything you have learnt. 4 puzzles · ★★★ = no mistakes.

▶ Watch how it works

Look for checks first. The queen and the knight both aim at h7.

Got it? Try the puzzles ↓

Puzzle 1 of 4

Checkmate in one move.

Your move

💡 Need a hint?

Look at every check first. Which check leaves the king with no square, no block and no capture?

What you learn here

Strong players look at checks first, then captures, then threats. Most checkmates use two pieces working together: one attacks, one guards.

Chapter 5 — Special moves and mixed: The three special rules every player must know, then forks and mixed puzzles that use everything.

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