I sure this type of question gets posted often, so I apologize. I'm
new to Chess and would like very much to become a skilled player.
When I originally started playing chess, I thought it was all about luck,
and making a few good moves. After losing several times in a row, I
quickly learned that there is more to chess. I will now get to my
point. If there is anyone who is very skilled in chess, and has some
free time to play games with me while showing me what to do, when to
do it and why, I would be very appreciative. Let me know, thanks!
Andy
Hello there Andy. I had a quick look at the four completed games you
have played so far. In every game you lost your queen, as well as
losing major pieces for nothing in return. A user called Schliemann
made a post ages ago about 3 things that any chess player should
ask themselves when looking at a board when it is their turn. Sadly for
you I can't remember for sure what they were.
From your games I would say that each and every time it is your turn
ask yourself "what pieces of mine are being attacked". For all intents
and purposes at this level your queen is your most powerful piece,
then your rooks, then knights and bishops are equal (well, kind of)
and then pawns last. Look at every piece on the board and see if it is
being attacked by something, and if it is being defended. If it is then
you may be in danger of losing it and thus need to move it to a safe
square. Remember if a knight captures your queen then even if you
can capture the knight it's an error since you've lost a piece far more
valuable than the one you won.
The second thing I reckon is probably to see if any of your pieces are
attacking any of your opponent's. If so, is it possible to win a piece
without losing yours?
I forget what the third thing was.
Also, the people you have lost to, namely curator, dustnrogers and
luck are very strong players indeed. It may be beneficial to play
against players nearer to your standard for the time being (don't
worry, they beat me in 15 moves sometimes too!)
So, to conclude, when it is your turn ask yourself:-
1.Is anything of mine being attacked by a less valuable? If so then
move the more valuable piece to safety.
2.Am I attacking anything? Can I win it without losing a piece, or at
least win something more valuable than I lose?
A chess book for beginners explaining the basic ideas might be a very
good idea, for it will explain things much better and in far more detail
than I can!
Mark
The Squirrel Lover
I'm certainly NOT very skilled in chess, but I like to think that I know
more than the basics. From T1000's post I think that it could help if
we played a few games - I'll try to explain what I'm doing & why, and
I'll explain why your moves are good or bad.
If you want to do this challenge me (make the games unrated as we
can't really discuss what our tactics are in rated games). If I'm over
my game limit (quite likely) then post here again & I'll chalenge you,
Jon
Greetings from the 'jammer' here in Southern Calif. .. and Happy Holidays to all
The first tip given you is correct .. LOOK FOR THE THREAT!!
My tip for you today is to look into a good book for beginners .. or a good website .. do a search, they are out there.
My other tip I give to beginners is this: PLAY BOTH SIDES OF THE BOARD!
Yep .. turn the board around and study what you would do against "you" .. oft times problems can be avoided this way.
Another thing I try to do is play players that are better than me .. a lot more is learned from your loses than from your wins.
Don't be afraid to lose .. we all will lose hundreds of games.
Keep records of your games and replay them on a chessboard at home .. see where you "went wrong" and how it can be avoided
next time. Try to learn from your mistakes.
You are right to try to find a Mentor. Look for a chessclub in your home area and join. You are sure to learn more "face to face"
when you can ask questions.
Enjoy your games. It is a lifetime quest this great "KING" of games.
JAMMER aka vic
There's actually four things to check every turn, according to Dan Heisman:
1. En prise - attacked pieces that aren't defended
2. Counting - guarded at least as much as attacked? same value pieces?
3. Tactical Motifs - Tactics, study study study!
4. Tactical Combos - Combinations of tactics!
Check these things religeously every turn for both black and white and your play will improve. :-)
See this link for details:
http://www.haveanicedomain.com/chess/smythe/Training/ADifferentApproachToStudyingTactics.pdf
Originally posted by ajpagethe following site will give you some sound advice. all the best!
I'm new to Chess and would like very much to become a skilled player.
When I originally started playing chess, I thought it was all about luck,
and making a few good moves. After losing several times in a row, I
quickly learned that there is more to chess...
http://www.ex.ac.uk/~dregis/DR/
Originally posted by gabinchanceI think we have played before, but let me know if you want to play!
I consider myself to be mid to low end player myself...and am looking 4 some challenges from more established players...I play fairly often, and always love to get my butt kicked....please....feel free to kick......kick harder I tell U!!!!
Currently all invites are blocked until the New Year's Tournament starts, so let me know!
Harri
a.k.a. Luck
Originally posted by gabinchanceI hope U R very patient, I hope and wish that my loosing rate is going down. I have reduced my number of active games by over 100 now and has been reflected in my rating!
love a game....still looking 4 a win against U....feelfree to challenge whenever....
I will challenge you next week!
Harri
a.k.a. Luck
There are some relatively good introductory lessons with Chessmaster 8000/9000...and I can offer two good links for educational stuff...
http://www.chesscafe.com/
http://www.ex.ac.uk/~dregis/DR/
There are also a host of educational software packages for all levels of play for sale online...
Also, join a local chess club and just go a play a lot...find a club that makes you comfortable (some clubs work for some people and not for others) and play games, ask advice, leave your ego at the door (it hurts to have bad moves explained to you)...many clubs also offer classes at all levels...
Most of all, enjoy what you are doing and the skill will follow...