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Endgames

Activate the king, support passed pawns, and learn the exceptions that decide a result.

9 original lessons · Free to read

Endgames01

Learn the purpose of the queen and rook in simple mates: limit space, bring the king, and close the last escape.

4 min read · one exercise

Endgames02

Learn when kings become strong, why passed pawns matter, and which exchanges make a winning position easier.

4 min read · one exercise

Endgames03

After winning material, stop the opponent's counterplay, improve your worst piece, and simplify only into endings you understand.

4 min read · one exercise

Endgames04

Once the danger of mate recedes, the king can attack pawns, escort passers, and fight for entry squares.

4 min read · one exercise

Endgames05

Learn how kings contest entry squares and why the side to move can decide a pawn ending.

5 min read · one exercise

Endgames06

A passed pawn has no enemy pawn ahead on its file or either adjacent file. Learn how to support it and how to blockade it.

4 min read · one exercise

Endgames07

A rook behind a passer keeps useful range as the pawn advances. Learn the logic and the exceptions.

4 min read · one exercise

Endgames08

Stalemate means no legal move and no check. Learn to recognize the danger before collecting one more pawn.

4 min read · one exercise

Endgames09

A bishop that cannot control the promotion corner can leave the defender with a fortress even against a king and pawn.

4 min read · one exercise