Chess: 900 to 1800

Don't waste time with the queen

Moving the queen early, or the same piece twice, hands your opponent free developing moves.

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  • Lesson 30 of 132

Four steps: an explanation, a demonstration, and two find-the-move exercises. Becomes essential around 1000.

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