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Dacha Tactics #121 - The wild king: Dark with light intentions part 2

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Dacha Tactics #121 - The wild king: Dark with light intentions part 2

Our king has invaded on dark and proven Black's pieces feeble as can be. However, how to overcome the light resistance? Classically, when we dominate one color, we can extend our lead onto the other color. Sometimes, it's the quietest of moves that tips the opponent over the edge...

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