Author Archive for admin
Owner and operator of ChessBaron an da number of other chess related resources.
Chess and Children
The current economic and job market scenario demand that the employees will not only be professionally qualified, they must also possess analytical abilities, the ability to plan, do critical reasoning, think ahead into the future, visualize the outcomes of certain incidents and act accordingly. All these cannot be taught in a classroom; some are naturally [...] Read more »
Make the best chess moves
Are you looking to make some of the best chess moves? There are several different ways in which you can actually go about this interesting process. First of all, find out more about different types of options you have while playing chess that is of primary importance. Make it a point to get some of [...] Read more »
Learn chess tricks
Are you looking for lessons on chess? Keep in mind that when you are playing chess you need to know all the relevant tips and tricks which are likely to ensure that you are having a great time. There are so many different ways in which you can master the game of chess. So make [...] Read more »
Enjoying a game of chess
When it comes to chess it often becomes extremely important to play it the right way. This is primarily because when you are playing chess, you need to focus and concentrate on playing it the right way. Chess is a board game which is always played between two players. The board is divided into eight [...] Read more »
SECRETS ON IMPROVING YOUR CHESS
When it comes to the game of chess, there are many secrets. You need to go from being an amateur to being a better player. For this, mental development and special techniques are required; we shall tell you some secrets on improving your chess.
Of course, if you are a chess player, no doubt you would [...] Read more »
Hanging Pieces in the board
Flying chess is a chess variant which uses a three dimensional chessboard having 128 cells. Here some of the pieces are marked as ‘flying pieces’ (Hanging pieces) and the remaining are as normal. The flying pieces are the rook, the knight and the bishop. The king, queen and pawns act as the normal pieces.
Rook can [...] Read more »
Game with pieces hanging over the board
Flying chess is a three dimensional chess variant. It uses the three dimensional chessboard with size of 8*8*2 having 128 cells. It was developed in 1984. This game usually uses markers for denoting the ‘flying’ pieces or can use a secondary board. Sometimes there may be two boards used for representing the upper and lower [...] Read more »
Is chess prowess mainly a matter of IQ?
While chess has been associated with brain power or high IQ, it is not the only factor to attain chess mastery. Sometimes, nature has to be complimented with nurture to become fully realized. But yes, IQ does matter. Grandmasters can safely be assumed to have IQs of over 160 or even 180. This simply means [...] Read more »
What’s the value of getting a chess computer?
If you are seriously taking chess as a sport, then getting a chess computer can be a very good partner to train yourself. While playing games with real players can be fun, player to player this scenario is being slowly taken over by man vs. machine situations. Great players today will find that even the [...] Read more »
Philippino Staunton Chess Set in Sheesham wood
There is nothing to say much about this set except that its just one of many other common chess sets around. Although the pieces are individually carved from sheesham, the set in general, hardly offers new exciting features. If you want to put chess in bad light, go ahead and use this set. Even seasoned [...] Read more »
Chess Federation Official Rules of Chess
The U.S. Chess Federation’s Official Rules of Chess is the only official rulebook for chess. Serious players at every level as well as chess club teachers, directors, and tournament sponsors should have it on hand during every match.
Chess Instructor 2009
The popularity of chess is no accident: in an era of compulsive zapping of TV channels, violent gaming and mobile chatter, learning chess means improving basic skills (like analysis, decision making, strategic thinking, stamina, and dealing with stress) while interacting meaningfully with other pupils. A great job for motivated teachers and coaches.
Chess Sets
There are almost as many different types and styles of chess sets as there are chess players. It may be hard to decide upon a particular set, but it’s relatively easy to narrow your choices down to a particular category. Here’s a look at the major categories that are available everywhere: Read more »
Openings Theory
Openings Theory is based on top class games to provide recommended variations for the opening. This way the openings have become somewhat standardized, although there are so many lines (variations) that one should not think that the game has any simplified. There are many variations that are considered to be correct for both WHITE and [...] Read more »
Two knights opening
A short chess tutorial demonstrating the tactic of using two knights to open up the game. Read more »
Alekhine Defence
Alekhine’s Defence is a chess opening beginning with the moves
1. e4 Nf6
It is named after Alexander Alekhine, who introduced it in the 1921 Budapest tournament in games against Endre Steiner and Fritz Sämisch. Four years later, the editors of the Fourth Edition of Modern Chess Openings (MCO-4) wrote, “Nothing is more indicative of the [...] Read more »
Chess Openings
 The first 10-15 moves are said to constitute the ‘opening’ phase of the game. Next comes the ‘middlegame’ and eventually the ‘endgame’, when a only few pieces are left on the board. Of course a game may end prematurely, for example due to a big blunder in the opening.
All three phases of the game have [...] Read more »
Chess Clocks
Chess games played at tournaments involve using a chess clock as well. Each player must make his moves without exceeding the time limit. In past years, no chess clocks were used, even on top class competitions. The clock is a fair solution for players to have an equal amount of time to spend on thinking. [...] Read more »
Chess Tables
A chess table says something about how you view the game. Sure, every chess player owns a chessboard, but it takes someone who really appreciates the game to invest in a chess table.
While that chess table won’t increase your skill level, it will make playing the game more comfortable and will certainly raise your ‘reputation’ [...] Read more »
Glass Chess Sets
Glass is the generic term used to describe chess sets which are made from crystal or bone china. Although these types of sets generally come in the theme or collector’s categories, you can fine regular pieces and pawns as well.
Wood Chess Sets
Wood is a great material for chess sets. The pieces, pawns and board can be made from less expensive oak, pine or walnut, or you can choose exotic woods like teak, ebony, or cocobolo.
Chess Tactics
Tactics is probably the most decisive aspect of the game. A player that is extremely good at tactics may beat a superior opponent, whereas inability to handle the tactics is a drawback to further progress. Every chess player who wishes to improve himself needs to practice his ability to count variations and combinations.
But how should [...] Read more »
Travel Chess Sets
If you’re on the go then folding travel chess sets are for you. They’re usually magnetic to protect against bumps and jolts. The pieces and pawns can be stored inside the board when folded.
Special Chess Moves 2
The King has also a special move at his disposal. It is called ‘castling’ and is a defensive move, used to increase the King’s safety. Castling may be either ’short’ or ‘long’. Consider the white King on e1 (Ke1) and the white Rook on h1 (Rh1). ‘Short castling’ involves moving the King to g1 and [...] Read more »
Special Chess Moves
The moves described here are only valid when no other piece is interfering. If any piece is in the way, then the moving piece can not skip over it. The moving piece can only move to any square before it. If it is an enemy piece, it can also be captured. To capture the opponent’s [...] Read more »
Themed Chess Sets
Themed chess sets depict characters, movies and events. There are theme chess sets for most major sports teams with pieces and pawns that resemble positions like quarterback and cheerleaders. There are entire categories of cartoon character chess sets that are perfect for attracting younger people to the game. You can even get Civil War or WW II sets as well as Roman Gladiator and even old West models.
About Chess
Chess is a wonderful board game, invented thousands of years ago. Throughout its long history, it has earned noticeable acknowledgement and is considered to be the ‘king’ of board games. Nowadays, it stills attracts people from all over the world, regardless of their age. Chess is fascinating for it allows players to put their technique, experience and inspiration into rivalry …
Chess Moves
Not all chess pieces behave the same on the board; each one is moving in a different way. The King (denoted by K) can move only
one square at a time, horizontally, vertically or diagonally. For example, considering an empty board, a King on e4 (we write Ke4
in chess notation) may move to e3,e5, d4, f4, [...] Read more »
