- opponent’s threats. Acknowledge these first!
- checks
- captures
- attacks
- positional improvement
Never. Ever. Ever. End your calculation on your own move. Even if you’re doing five or ten move sequences - end it on your opp’s move. Then you won’t be surprised so much!
Hello, my name is Jan and I started playing chess in February this year. My current rating is 1312 rapid ELO. My goal is to hit 1400 till the end of summer. Is there someone who can help me get there? I will appreciate all help. Thanks,