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Game of the Week: Offense is the Best Defense

Game of the Week: Offense is the Best Defense

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This week, I want to share a game that I just finished a few days ago. The game is not very long (compared to other games I have posted), but it is a really fun one, full of tactics and sharp play.

Early in the game, I decided I didn't want this to be just an average game, so I chose an opening line that I new would result in a lot of tactical play. A little ways in, when I was attacked (a weak attack, I might add), instead of defending, I launched a massive counterattack! The end result of this attack was that I achieved a mate in 6 position (which my opponent made me play out to the end tongue.png).

I'm going to do things a little differently this week: I'm posting my game as a puzzle! Find the mate in 6, and you will reveal my full analysis of the game. Enjoy, and good luck! grin.png

Please feel free to comment below! Did you solve the puzzle? Perhaps there were unsound moves in the game that I made and didn't realize? Lines I didn't calculate for? I'd love to hear from you!

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Musings of an Intermediate Player

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As an intermediate-level player, I hope to provide a point of view on chess that is relatable and fun. Please check out my blog intro here!

Once a week, I post an analysis of one of my own games. I personally believe that self-analysis is critical to the development of the chess player. You can read my story (as relates to analysis) in my article, Why Analyze? 

In addition to my weekly game analyses, I also occasionally post my thoughts on some chess-related topic, such as resignation or stalemate. If you have a topic you would like me to see me write about, please message me with your idea. I would love to hear from you! happy.png

I also have a standing invitation to all members: send me your games! I analyze my own games all the time, and I would be more than happy to analyze some of yours. Now because of the time involved, I cannot commit to analyzing every single game I receive, but I will definitely look over every game I get, and I will do my best to do a full analysis and post it to my blog. 

Sincerely,

Isaac
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