Play. Win. Earn. Repeat.

Chess Basics:

• Players: Chess is a two-player game, where each player has 16 pieces.
• Goal of the Game: The goal is to checkmate the opponent's king, which means the king is under attack and cannot escape.
• Game Setup: The board consists of 64 squares, arranged in an 8x8 grid. Each player starts with 16 pieces (1 king, 1 queen, 2 rooks, 2 knights, 2 bishops, and 8 pawns).
• Basic Rules: Each piece moves in a specific way. For example, rooks move in straight lines, bishops move diagonally, and knights move in an "L" shape.

Piece Movement:

• King: The king can move one square in any direction.
• Queen: The queen can move any number of squares along a rank, file, or diagonal.
• Rook: The rook can move horizontally or vertically any number of squares.
• Bishop: The bishop can move diagonally any number of squares.
• Knight: The knight moves in an "L" shape (two squares in one direction and then one square perpendicular). It is the only piece that can jump over other pieces.
• Pawn: Pawns move forward one square but capture diagonally. On their first move, pawns can move two squares forward.

Phases of the Game:

1. Opening: The opening phase involves moving pieces from their initial positions to more active squares. Development and control of the center are key objectives.
2. Middle Game: In the middle game, players look for tactics and make moves to weaken the opponent’s position.
3. Endgame: The endgame happens when fewer pieces remain on the board. Players aim to checkmate their opponent’s king.

Tips for Winning:

• Control the center of the board.
• Develop your pieces early (don’t leave them stuck on the back rank).
• Protect your king by castling early.
• Be mindful of your opponent's threats and avoid unnecessary risks.