Skewers
Force a valuable piece to move and expose another piece.
📖 Lesson Content
- A skewer is the opposite of a pin.
- The more valuable piece is attacked first.
- After it moves, a less valuable piece is exposed.
- Bishops, rooks, and queens often create skewers.
- Skewers frequently win material.
♟ Interactive Board Example
🎯 Practice Position
📝 Practice Exercise
Question: In a skewer, which piece is attacked first?
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The more valuable piece is attacked first.
🎯 Quick Quiz
In a skewer, which piece is attacked first?