The knight
The piece that jumps in an L
Try this lesson in Chess40Step 1
The knight moves in an L: two squares in one direction, then one square to the side. From the middle of the board it reaches eight squares.
Step 2
It is the only piece that jumps. Even when other pieces surround it, the knight still lands on the same eight squares.
Step 3
Tap every square the knight on e4 can go to.
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The squares: d2, f2, c3, g3, c5, g5, d6, f6
Step 4
Collect the stars with the knight, in as few moves as possible.
Target: 3 moves.
Step 5
A long journey: take the knight from one corner to the other.
Target: 6 moves.
Step 6
The knight on e4 stands on a light square. Where does its next move always land?
- On a dark square
- On a light square
- On either colour
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Answer: On a dark square