Pawn Storm vs the Fianchetto: a middlegame course

Against a fianchetto, coordinate attackers and prepare a pawn exchange that opens lines near the king.

5 lessons, each followed by its own puzzle drill, then 10 themed puzzle packs.

• The Rook-Pawn Advance — Advance the rook pawn with support.
• The Opening Lever — Choose a pawn exchange that opens a useful file.
• The Wedge — Use an advanced pawn to restrict the bishop or king.
• Trade the Guardian — Consider exchanging the bishop that defends the king’s color.
• Invade — Bring rooks and the queen to the opened lines.