Chess Skewers: Attack a Valuable Piece in a Line
Recognize a skewer and use a rook or bishop to uncover the piece behind a king.
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A skewer attacks a valuable piece first, with a second target lined up behind it. The king is often the first target because it has to move out of check.
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A skewer attacks a valuable piece first, with a second target lined up behind it. The king is often the first target because it has to move out of check.