Mate in 3: bishop to c5 (b4)
c9-23884naming tag (square·N)Shuffle Rating 1630Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
TypeMate in 3
White to move — find the best continuation
The tactical motive
Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
White to move — find the best continuation
Solution & explanation
Main line
36. Bxc5 h4 37. Be6+ Ke8 38. Rg8#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to c5 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to e6 (#1).
- Precise: rook to g8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead h4, then Be6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #650.
SP-650 · BastionScout — The king starts one file off-centre, on c or f, and a knight begins in a corner.
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