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30 Apr 2026
Confidential Chess Files: Queen
We are reaching the point from which there is no going back. After the rook’s networking idea, the r…
16 Apr 2026
Confidential Chess Files: Rook
After wrapping up minor pieces with the bishop last time, we now turn our attention to the so-called…
2 Apr 2026
Confidential Chess Files: Bishop
Following our two-week schedule, we meet again to continue the personified stories of each chess pie…
18 Mar 2026
Confidential Chess Files: Knight
After the pawn’s entry diary, we continue our series exploring the true stars of the chessboard and …
5 Mar 2026
Confidential Chess Files: Pawn
We are entering serious territory now, as I’m starting a series exploring each piece in what is esse…
13 Feb 2026
Chess Problems We’ve Been Crushing On (Valentine’s Edition)
Today’s topic will be far from academic and closer to vibrant. Occasionally coherent, but I can’t pr…
19 Jan 2026
How to Say No with Prophylaxis
You are sitting at the board, clenched like a statue, working on the fantastic variation that will t…
10 Jan 2026
Endgames In the Open
Endings force clarity. Perhaps this is why many people don’t enjoy studying or entering endgames, as…
19 Dec 2025
The Center Is Not Where Power Lies
Controlling the center often paints a target.