Queen and Rook Mates
Learn basic mating sequences using the powerful queen and rook pieces.
King + Queen vs King
This endgame technique uses Queen and King to checkmate the opponent's King.
The basic strategy is to drive the opponent's King from the center to the edge.
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注目マス: b2, a1, c3
King + Queen vs Kingの図解
💡Key Points
- •Push opponent King from center to edge
- •Support with your own King
- •Use Queen to block escape routes
- •Learn the final mating patterns
Basic Queen Mate Technique
Queen checkmate requires King support while gradually cornering the opponent. Maintain safe distance while systematically tightening the net.
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注目マス: b2, a1, c1
Basic Queen Mate Techniqueの図解
💡Practical Tips
- ✓Never place Queen adjacent to opponent King
- ✓Always advance your King
- ✓Block escape routes one by one
King + Rook vs King
This endgame technique uses Rook and King to checkmate the opponent's King.
Use the Rook's linear movement to drive the opponent to the edge.
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注目マス: c8, a8, b6, a7
King + Rook vs Kingの図解
💡Key Points
- •Use Rook to restrict opponent movement
- •Advance King for support
- •Master edge mating sequences
- •Avoid wasted moves for efficient mate
Ladder Mate
A mating technique using two Rooks or Queen and Rook.
Alternately drive the opponent's King to the edge like climbing stairs.
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注目マス: g8, g7, h8, h7
Ladder Mateの図解
💡Practical Tips
- ✓Use two pieces alternately
- ✓Push opponent King one rank at a time
- ✓Choose shortest path to checkmate