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Mechanics of Checkmate

Learn about how to checkmate your opponent, basic checkmating patterns

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Concepts

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Check vs. Checkmate vs. StalematecheckmateBeginner
Check attacks the king. Checkmate is a check that cannot be escaped and ends the game. Stalemate is when the side to move is not in check but has no legal move, and it is a draw.
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Basic Heavy Piece Mates (Ladder, Queen & Rook Mate)checkmateBeginner
Two rooks, a queen, or a rook with the king can force checkmate against a lone king. The method is always to shrink the king's box and drive it to the edge.
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