Tactic Any phase Rating 1000-1500

Discovered Attack

A discovered attack happens when you move one piece out of the way and suddenly reveal an attack from a piece behind it. Two threats appear at once, so your opponent often can't deal with both. It's especially deadly when the uncovered attack is a check.

Practise Discovered Attack ▸Study this concept Get a training plan

Source for further study: Bain, Chess Tactics for Students, ch. 5.

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