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This is position number 3 of the book I am studying. Discoveries is the theme.
hicetnunc
Make it 6...Qf4?! - it's still winning, and may even be considered as a macho attempt to suggest your opponent it's time to resign
The position after 1...Rxf3! 2.Qxe2 might be considered as a difficult beginner's tactic : you need to know the mating pattern and you have to look at the other side of the board to see the bishop
The initial position is still 'intermediate', I think.
It looks like your calculation ability is good, certainly better than 1400 !
And make no mistake : experts are not that good at tactics
LetsReason
Argh! 6. ...Qf4?? Instead, 6. ...Qd1+ is going be mate! Right? 7. Bf1 is forced and then Qxf1#. So 6. Kg1 is better than 6. Bg2 I think, losing the Bishop to 6. ...Qxh3.
Sigh.
"However, once again, not exactly what I would call a beginner's tactic "
Certainly, the line to it's full resolution is not a beginner line. I think the initial tactical vision to spot the discovery that gives an advantage can be "beginner-like". At least, relative to experts and Masters.
Maybe 3...Qc1+ is an easier path to the win :
By playing only forcing moves (checks) you don't give white the opportunity to save his rook with Rb8+, though I think your main line is winning too.
However, once again, not exactly what I would call a beginner's tactic
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