Here is another video that will keep you intrigued from our Icelandic friend over at Chessvideos.tv. He is a master. I have done some of these tactical exercises myself. What I find interesting is how he is talking through his thought process. Unfortunately, in real games we ... Read More

The touch-move rule requires that a player who touches a piece must move it. The rule is used for all serious competitions and applies only to the player who is on move. The player who is not on move may touch pieces, although this is considered bad form; a ... Read More

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Miniature: "A short game (usually no more than 20 to 25 moves). Usually only decisive games (not draws) are considered miniatures, and a miniature should not be spoiled by an obvious blunder by the losing side. A miniature may also qualify as a brilliancy. The Opera game is a famous ... Read More

The introduction is a little long, but the game is worth waiting for. I found this game particularly interesting since I have been uncomfortable as of late playing against the Queen's Gambit. ... Read More