Learn Chess

Beginner Basics

Learn the fundamental rules and basic tactics

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How the Pieces Move

+25 XP

Learn the unique movement patterns of each piece.

Playing with the Pieces

+25 XP

Setup the board and understand turns and capture.

Points and Trades

+15 XP

Learn the value of each piece and how to trade.

Notation

+10 XP

Understand how to read and write chess moves.

Check, Checkmate, and Stalemate

+15 XP

The most important goal: attacking the King.

Your First Game

+50 XP

Play a guided game from start to finish.

Intermediate Strategy

Advanced tactics and positional understanding

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Controlling the Center

+15 XP

Why the center squares are critical to victory.

Developing Your Pieces

+25 XP

Mobilize your army effectively in the opening.

Forks, Pins, and Skewers

+25 XP

Learn the fundamental tactical motifs.

Delivering a Checkmate

+50 XP

Master common checkmating patterns.

Openings

Master the most popular opening lines

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Openings Intro

+15 XP

The fundamental principles of the opening.

King's Pawn

+15 XP

Explore the popular 1. e4 openings.

Queen's Pawn

+15 XP

Explore the solid 1. d4 openings.

The Vienna

+50 XP

A deep dive into the aggressive Vienna Game.

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Advanced Tactics

Complex combinations and tactical motifs

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Mastery

Complex strategies and endgame techniques

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