The active king
In the endgame the king fights
Try this lesson in Chess40Step 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.
Step 2
Walk the king to the centre.
Target: 3 moves.
Step 3
An active king supports its own pawns, blocks the enemy's, and eats the ones left alone.
Step 4
In the endgame, where does the king belong?
- In the centre, in the fight
- In the corner, behind its pawns
- It does not matter
Show the answer
Answer: In the centre, in the fight