Two threats, one move, one shrug from your opponent.
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Double Attack
Concept
Double Attack
One piece, two threats at once. The opponent answers one; the other gets through. Deadliest version: check plus threat. The check is forced, the other target is yours.
Remember
• Every move, ask: what does this piece attack, and what else could it attack?
• Queens and knights are the best double-attackers, long range and L-shape.
• Check plus threat is nearly unstoppable: opponent handles the check, you grab the target.
• Often the defender has to be removed first: preparation matters.