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Chess tactics

Mate in 3

Three forcing moves. Checks first, then captures, then threats.

Example

Three pieces lined up on the e-file against two defenders.

  1. 1. Re8+
  2. 1... Rxe8
  3. 2. Rxe8+: Check again.
  4. 2... Rxe8
  5. 3. Qxe8#: The last attacker mates.

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