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Mechanic Pattern

Training & Tips

Benko

Plans White

Plan A -> Blockade: Blockade the b-file with Nb5 to reduce pressure on the b-file (b2-pawn).
Plan B -> Stabilize: Stabilize the position to catch up in development and neutralize black's queenside pressure.
Plan C -> Center: Advance in the center to obtain a central break (e5) or (f5), e.g. Benoni.

Plans Black

Plan A -> Queenside: Pressure the queenside with majors on the a- and b-files to keep white passively defending.

Coordinates

is on a light or dark square?

This is a visualization test to determine your chess

calculating abilities. You should test without a board.

Knight Tour

determine the knight's shortest path.

Maneuvering the knight mentally is challenging but rewarding

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