The Pin: a theory course

Use a pin to limit a piece, then attack it with a cheaper piece or add pressure.

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

• The Absolute Pin — Pin a piece to its king, then attack it with a cheaper piece.
• The Relative Pin — Pin a piece to the queen; moving it may lose the queen.
• Win the Pinned Piece — Add enough attackers to win the pinned piece.
• Set Up the Pin — Use a forcing move to set up the pin.
• Add Pressure to the Pin — Add an attacker or remove a defender of the pinned piece.
• Pin to Mate — Use a pin to prevent a defender from stopping checkmate.