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The active king

In the endgame the king fights

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Step 1

With the queens off, there is little danger of mate, and the king becomes a strong piece. In the endgame, bring it toward the centre.

White: King g1, Pawn f2, Pawn g2, Pawn h2. Black: King g8, Pawn f7, Pawn g7, Pawn h7. Marked: d4, e4, d5, e5.a8b7c6d5e4f3g2h1

Step 2

Walk the king to the centre.

White: King g1. Stars: e3, d4.a8b7c6d5e4f3g2h1

Target: 3 moves.

Step 3

An active king supports its own pawns, blocks the enemy's, and eats the ones left alone.

White: King d5, Pawn d4. Black: King f7.a8b7c6d5e4f3g2h1

Step 4

In the endgame, where does the king belong?

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  1. In the centre, in the fight
  2. In the corner, behind its pawns
  3. It does not matter
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Answer: In the centre, in the fight

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