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4 Mar 2025
The Art of Berserking: Mastering Lichess Tournaments Like a True Gladiator
I didn’t just learn Berserk mode—I lived it. The first time I clicked that little fire icon on Liche…
2 Mar 2025
Why Mental Strength is Crucial in Chess
Chess is often described as a battle of minds, where psychological resilience can be just as importa…
28 Feb 2025
The Limits of Chess Rules: When Principles Become Traps
Should you always counter a wing attack with a central break? Chess is full of strategic rules, but …
25 Feb 2025
Chess Structures - Chapter One : Mastering the Isolated Queen’s Pawn (Isolani)
The isolated queen’s pawn (IQP), commonly referred to as the Isolani, is a central structural concep…
21 Feb 2025
Why Grandmasters Analyze Their Games – And How You Can Too
Analyzing your own chess games is one of the most effective ways to improve. Grandmasters don’t just…
20 Feb 2025
The Best Methods to Improve at Chess
Over the years, I’ve tried countless training methods, some highly effective, others a waste of time…