Queens Gambit (Accepted) D20 - D29

 

Queen's Gambit Accepted Resources

Wikipedia Page 
The Queen's Gambit Accepted (or QGA) is a chess opening characterised by the moves:
1. d4 d5
2. c4 dxc4

The Queen's Gambit Accepted is the third most popular option on Black's second move, after 2...e6 (the Queen's Gambit Declined) and 2...c6 (the Slav Defense).

The Queen's Gambit is not considered a true gambit, in contrast to the King's Gambit, because the pawn is either regained, or can only be held unprofitably by Black. Black usually allows the pawn to be recaptured, and uses the time expended to play against White's center.

Books (Free)

Chess Book: 500 Queen's Gambit Miniatures by Bill Wall - 130 page PDF

Understanding the QGA A Black Repertoire with 1.d4 d5 2.c4 dxc4 - 18 Page PDF

Short & Sweet: Gledura's Queen's Gambit Accepted - FREE Chessable Course (GM Benjamin Gladura)  22 Lines with 1.5 Hr Free Video

Queen's Gambit Accepted Articles

The Queens Gambit at Simplify Chess -  Every Move Explained (Nice Page and Article)
Common Trap in the Queens Gambit Accepted - Blog Post
Best Openings for Club Players: Queen’s Gambit Accepted - ichess.net Article w/embedded Video (Nice)
Queen’s Gambit Accepted Chess Opening: For Starters - another Decent Web-page

QGA LiChess Studies

Queen's Gambit Accepted Traps - 10 Chapter Study
Queen's Gambit Accepted - 6 Chapter Study (Study at top of Page)
Queen's Gambit - 43 Chapter Study On Queens Gambit (Half is Accepted)

LiStudy  (Learn and Practice Studies here. Makes a Study Interactive)

Studies about the Queen's Gambit Accepted  - 4  Studies here 
Queens Gambit Structures  - 30 Chapters 

Games Databases

365Chess.com

Queens Gambit Accepted - all Variations from D20-D29 on this page. 

Chessgames.com

Queen's Gambit Accepted (D20-D29) - 48 Annotated Games 

PUZZLES

Queen's gambit Accepted Puzzles - 7765 Puzzles (Broken into 13 Variations Half-way down page)
QGA, Classical, 6...a6 (ECO D27) - 15 Puzzles (WTharvey.com)
QGA, Classical, 6...a6 (ECO D27) - 15 Puzzles (WTharvey.com)

Queen's Gambit Accepted Videos

Playlists

• Queen's gambit theory  -  96 Video Playlist - Jozarov's Chess Channel (This Playlist has Lessons for each line to Analyzed Full games from Great Players)
  
• Queen's Gambit Accepted Opening Theory - 4 Video Playlist - Hanging Pawns 
• Queen's Gambit - Opening Theory (Idea's and Plans) - 6 Video playlist -  IM Andrey Ostrovskiy

Lessons

Queen's Gambit Accepted | Prepare Like A Pro - GM Josh Sheng - 57 Min -  looks at the process by which he fell in love with the queen's gambit. The QGA is easy to learn. Quickly simplify the game or enter complications! (New - 5/29/24)

Queens Gambit Accepted Part-1 - 19 Min - GM ArunChess - In this introduction video of the Queens Gambit Accepted you will get to know some of the basic ideas and plans for Black.
Queens Gambit Accepted Part-2 - 11 Min - GM ArunChess - deals with the main lines white players play with 3.e3 followed 4.Bxc4.


Queen's Gambit Part 2: Queen's Gambit Accepted - 56 Min - GM Ben Finegold - Discusses three games in the Queen's Gambit Accepted.

The GREEDY Players Guide to the Queen's Gambit Accepted - 22 Min 

Chess openings - Queen's gambit accepted - 14 Min
Queen's Gambit Accepted || Chess Opening Tutorial - 13 Min GM Huschenbeth

Take the sting out 💉 of the Queen's Gambit... By accepting it! with IM Valeri Lilov - 60 Min

Top 8 Most Popular Queen's Gambit Variations - 80 Min Jonathan Schrantz

Isolated Queen Pawn Positions - GM Ben Finegold - 40 Min

QGA Chess Traps

Chess Openings: Tricks and Traps #12 - Queens Gambit Accepted Traps - 8 Min
Chess Opening Tricks & Traps in Queen's Gambit Accepted & PUZZLE | Best Strategy, Moves & Ideas - 6 Min
Basic Opening Chess Trap | The simplest Queen's Gambit Accepted Trap - 2 Min
5 Queen's Gambit Traps Every Chess Player Should Know  - 20 Min - IM Eric Rosen

QGA Game Videos (W/Analysis)

Queen's Gambit Accepted  - 14 Video Playlist - agadmantor's Chess Channel
Queens Gambit Accepted - 10 Video Playlist - kingscrusher

Master Class | Queen's Gambit Accepted | Chess Speedrun | Grandmaster Naroditsky - 20 Min
Queen's Gambit Accepted: Gelfand vs Anand Linares 1993 - 8 Min

Standard Chess #10: IM Bartholomew vs. walter (Queen's Gambit Accepted) - 40 Min
Standard Chess #107: IM Bartholomew vs. alakhine101 (Queen's Gambit Accepted) - 40 Min
Blitz Chess #461: IM Bartholomew vs. nurmi (Queen's Gambit Accepted) - 30 Min
Standard Chess #129: GABRIELC vs. IM Bartholomew (Queen's Gambit Accepted) - 21 Min
Blitz Chess #78: IM Bartholomew vs. sisis (Queen's Gambit Accepted) - 16 Min

A crazy line in the Queen's Gambit Accepted (QGA) | Pragg vs Zhansaya - 12 Min
Why the "Hari" to draw? | Anish Giri vs P. Harikrishna - 15 Min
Judit Polgar vs Samay Raina's community | An epic checkmate at the end! - 12 Min

Unlocking Victory: The Art of Domination in Chess

 

 The Power of Piece Domination

Domination: It's not just about capturing! In chess endgames, domination gives you a powerful edge by limiting your opponent's piece movement. Imagine a knight surrounded by squares, yet unable to escape your control. That's domination in action!

Domination Wikipedia Page

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Domination Articles: Mastering Control in the Endgame

Learn how to recognize domination patterns, restrict your opponent's piece movement, and ultimately secure victories you might have thought impossible.

Domination. A chess concept you should learn - chesscoachdiego - Explore the fundamentals of domination and its impact on endgame strategy.

Some classical dominations by Siegfried Hornecker - Chessbase.com - Put your domination skills to the test with 12 interactive studies by a renowned endgame composer, complete with annotations.

DOMINATION IN CHESS - Gain valuable insights from five annotated domination examples, solidifying your understanding of this crucial endgame concept.

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Domination LiChess Studies

Put your domination skills to the test with these interactive studies from Lichess. Solve puzzles and witness domination in action!

Domination in 2,545 Endgame Studies: - 10 Chapters -  Explore a range of domination concepts through 10 interactive endgame studies.

Domination (39 Endgame Studies) - 39 Chapters (Interactive)

kasparyan domination in 2545 endgames - 64 Chapters (Interactive) - Dive deep into the mastery of Genrikh Kasparyan with a whopping 64 interactive studies on domination in endgames.

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Domination Videos: Learn from the Masters

Sharpen your domination skills with expert insights!  Witness domination strategies in action and gain valuable tips to incorporate into your own play.

Domination Chess Studies | Insane in the Endgame - WGM Sabina Foisor - 60 Min -Woman Grandmaster Sabina Foisor presents a exploration of domination through engaging chess puzzles.

Dominate in the Endgame! - A study by Genrikh Kasparyan - Endgame Composition 4# - 7 Min -Dive into a 7-minute endgame study by Genrikh Kasparyan and see if you can find the domination strategy that leads to victory for White.

Powerful Domination in Endgame Study by Korolkov -1948 (White to move and win) - 10 Min -Uncover the brilliance of endgame composer Vladimir Korolkov in this 10-minute video featuring a domination study with in-depth analysis..

Knight vs Bishop Endgames | Domination in Chess Endgames | Chess Studies by Reti, Troitsky and Sneft - 10 Min - Explore the nuances of knight vs bishop endgames and the concept of domination in a 10-minute lesson by renowned chess figures Reti, Troitsky, and Sneft. 


Bishops Bounty Endgame Study Page - Updated with new Videos, Lichess Studies, Articles and Endgame Study Database.

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Unlock Sharp Chess! Learn the Exciting Albin Countergambit D08 - D09

 

Unleash the Fury!
Explore the Exciting Albin Countergambit

Seeking an aggressive edge in the Queen's Gambit?

This aggressive approach can be quite effective if played correctly, but it also carries some risks. Black has several ways to respond to the gambit, and navigating these variations requires a good understanding of the opening's strategic themes.

 The Albin Countergambit (1. d4 d5 2. c4 e5) throws tradition out the window, sacrificing a pawn for rapid development and a ferocious kingside attack.  This gambit sacrifices a pawn for rapid development and a ferocious kingside attack, perfect for players who enjoy imbalanced positions and tactical battles. However, wielding this double-edged sword effectively requires a good understanding of its strategic themes and potential pitfalls. 

• Sharp Weapon: Counter the Queen's Gambit with an aggressive pawn sacrifice!
• Dynamic & Unbalanced: Enjoy imbalanced positions and tactical battles? The Albin Countergambit is for you!
• Rapid Development: Get your pieces out quickly and launch a kingside attack!
  
  

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Albin Counter Gambit Articles

• Openings for Tactical Players: Albin Countergambit - (by GM GSerper Blog) - This article delves into the tactical possibilities of the Albin Countergambit, showcasing both classic and modern lines for aggressive players.
  
  
• The Albin Counter Gambit: Morozevich-Mengarini Variation - (Annotated Games) - Explore three highly annotated games featuring Alexander Morozevich, a renowned Albin Countergambit player. Witness his mastery of the opening in action! (Archived page)
  
  
• Albin Counter-Gambit -by GM Magesh and GM Arun  - Gain insights from Grandmasters Magesh and Arun as they dissect five annotated games, ranging from the play of the old masters to the modern approach of Morozevich.
  
  
• Albin Counter-Gambit Continued... - by GM Magesh and GM Arun - This article takes a unique perspective, exploring how White can effectively counter the Albin Countergambit itself! Analyze two annotated games featuring strategic responses to the gambit.
  
  
• Wikipedia Page On the Albin  -  This comprehensive Wikipedia entry provides a general history of the Albin Countergambit, outlining its main variations and offering a solid foundation for further exploration.

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Albin LiChess Studies

New to Lichess studies? These interactive tools allow you to explore chess concepts and variations move-by-move, perfect for testing your understanding and deepening your knowledge of the Albin Countergambit.

• 14 High level games Annotated Albin Counter Gambit  -15 Chapter Study - This in-depth study by a strong player features 14 annotated games, some with detailed analysis, providing valuable insights into practical play.
  
  
• Albin Counter-Gambit - 11 Chapter Study -  Explore 8 annotated games in this comprehensive study, gaining valuable strategic and tactical ideas for the Albin Countergambit.
  
  
• Opening - Albin Countergambit - 7 Chapter Study - Delve into two main opening lines for Black against the Albin Countergambit. Additionally, analyze five games played by the renowned Albin Countergambit expert, Alexander Morozevich.
  
  
• How to beat the Albin - 6 chapter Study - Thinking of playing White? This study equips you with strategic guidance by analyzing all of White's common 4th moves against the Albin Countergambit.
  
  
• Against D4. Albin countergambit Part 1 - 23 Chapter Interactive Study - This extensive, well-structured study by a strong player provides model games and explores how Black can effectively counter various White lines after 1. d4 d5 2. c4 e5.
  
  
• Albin Traps - Small Study - Sharpen your tactical awareness with this study exploring potential pitfalls for both White and Black in the Albin Countergambit.

Deepen Your Chess Knowledge with LiChess Studies!

The interactive Albin Countergambit studies showcased here are just a taste of what LiChess studies offer. Take your chess learning to the next level! This page provides a comprehensive overview of what studies are, how they work, and how you can leverage them to improve your chess: Study chess, the lichess way

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Chess Puzzles 

Sharpen your tactical vision in the Albin Countergambit with these puzzles!

wtharvy.com

QGD, Albin Counter Gambit (ECO D08).   - 9 Chess Puzzles 

LiChess Opening Puzzles

Albin Counter Gambit - 2768 Puzzles - Dive into a massive collection of 2768 Albin Countergambit puzzles, perfect for players of all skill levels. Hone your tactical skills and identify winning opportunities in various Albin Countergambit scenarios.

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Games Databases

Delve into real chess battles featuring the Albin Countergambit to see how top players handle the opening in practice!

Chessgames.com

Queen's Gambit Declined, Albin Counter Gambit (D08) - 660 Games 
QGD: Albin Countergambit-Black wins - 18 games (Collection)

365Chess.com Database

D08: Queen's Gambit Declined, Albin counter-gambit 1. d4 d5 2. c4 e5 - 3500 Games (Broken into 7 Subvariations)

D09: Queen's Gambit Declined, Albin counter-gambit, 5.g3 - 1200 Games

ChessTempo.com

Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin Counter (D08) - 1152 Games
Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Modern Line (D08) - 509 Games
Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Normal Line (D08) - 1615 games

Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Fianchetto Variation (D09) - 841 Games
Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Fianchetto Variation Be6 Line(D09) - 402 games
Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Fianchetto Variation Bg4 Line(D09) - 374 Games

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Albin Counter Gambit Video Lessons

Albin Counter Gambit Theory  - 8 Video Playlist - Jozorov's Chess Channel


CRUSH The Queen's Gambit in 6 Moves: THE ALBIN - 24 Min IM Rosman - Theory w/ 3 Games analyzed

The Albin Counter-Gambit · Chess Openings - 25 Min (Hanging Pawns) - Comprehensive guide to the Albin Counter-Gambit, . Explains the opening’s history, key ideas, and main lines, emphasizing its usefulness for developing tactical skills and dynamic play. He also discusses various responses and strategies for both black and white

Queen's Gambit Part 3: Albin-Counter, Baltic & Chigorin - 45 Min GM Finegold

How to Win in Blitz Chess with The Albin Counter-Gambit!! - 33 Min

Tremendous pressure with The Albin Gambit! - IM Andrew Martin - 25 Min

Albin Counter Gambit with IM Milovan Ratkovic - Exclusive Preview - 25 Min

Crush The Queen's Gambit - An Aggressive Countergambit  -  14 Min - NM Nelson Lopez - in-depth analysis of the Albin Counter Gambit,  It discusses various traps, such as the Lasker Trap, and explores different lines and responses that can arise from this gambit.

Master the Brutal Albin Counter-Gambit - Chess Opening Guide  - 30 Min

Playing Against Albin

• Annoying Openings: How to Beat the Albin Counter Gambit - 16 Min - Chessdawg - easy to remember repertoire to challenge the Albin Counter Gambit.
• How to Easily Defeat The Albin Counter Gambit!! - 20 Min - IM Miodrag Perunovic - a comprehensive guide on how to counter the Albin Counter Gambit in chess. It discusses various strategies, including specific moves and responses to common tactics employed by opponents using this gambit.
  
  
• Crush Albin Counter-Gambit - 33 Min - The Chessworld - a comprehensive guide on how to counter the Albin Counter-Gambit in chess, focusing on strategies from a white player’s perspective.
  
  
• Chess Openings: Who's afraid of the Albin's Countergambit? - 25 Min  - Chessexplained - strategies for white players to counter this gambit, emphasizing the importance of being prepared due to its potential as a practical weapon for black players. The presenter outlines two main approaches for white
  
  
• A Completely Pointless Refutation of the Albin Countergambit - 22 Min - Johnathan Schrantz - a very rare sacrificial line against the Albin Countergambit that some have described as the d4 version of the Nakhmanson Gambit.

Albin Counter Gambit Traps

Chess Traps #3: Lasker Trap - Albin Counter Gambit - 4 Min

Albin Counter Gambit Trick! 22000 fooled and counting! Queen's Gambit opening trap | Beginner traps - 4 Min - NM Nelson Lopez

Trap Tuesday - Albin Counter Gambit - 34 Min - in-depth analysis of the Albin Counter Gambit, a chess opening strategy for black against d4. It discusses various traps, particularly the Lasker Trap, and explores different lines and responses that can arise from this gambit. The presenter uses specific games to illustrate the potential pitfalls for white and the aggressive opportunities for black.

4 Best Chess Opening Traps Against The Queen’s Gambit (The Albin + Refutation) -14 Min GM Smirnov - You will learn the practical traps you can use in this opening variation. You will also learn how to refute the Albin Countergambit if you are playing 1.d4 as White.

Albin Counter Gambit Game Videos ( w/analysis )

Albin Counter Gambit - Chess Opening - Playlist of 96 Videos - Kingscrusher (All Albin Games Played)

The Albin Counter-Gambit: Morozevich Destroys 💥 Gelfand With This Weapon! - 22 Min GM Alderman

The Albin Counter Gambit according to Alexander Morozevich (career results) - 77 Mins

Longer Chess Games #44 - The Albin Counter Gambit in Action! - 40 Min -Ginger GM

Spicy Albin Counter Gambit Live Exploration - 15 Min - Palm Beach Chess
Albin Countergambit & Origin - Openings Explorations - 14 Min -Palm Beach Chess
Albin Countergambit Blitz and Analysis - 12 Min Palm Beach Chess

Holy Gambit Grail #11: Albin Countergambit   - 12 Min  - Johnathan Schrantz

Standard Chess #96: IM Bartholomew vs. IM Anatoly Sidorov (Albin Countergambit) - 35 Min  - IM John Bartholomew
Blitz Chess #158: IM Bartholomew vs. GM Zablotsky (Albin Counter-Gambit) - 15 Min - IM Bartholomew

PGN Files

470 Games - From Univ. Pitt Archive

“I don’t believe in psychology. I believe in good moves.” – Bobby Fischer

Kings Indian Defence (E60-E99) - Opening Theory

King's Indian Defense Resources

Wikipedia Page
The place to start to get a general overview of this opening and its variations.

1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 Black intends 3....Bg7 4....d6

BOOKS & Courses (Free)

Short & Sweet: King's Indian Defense - Free Chessable Course - 58 Variations w/ over 3hr Video (GM Gawain Jones)

Short & Sweet: The King's Indian - Free Chessable Course - 26 Variations , over an Hr of Video

The King's Indian in thirty classic games. -Free Chessable Course  - Really Nice Course if your a Kings Indian Player

Short & Sweet: King's Indian Defense - Free Chessable Course -Learn 20 Variations  and train them each day with their movetrainer.          (Definitely worth signing up for FREE)


King Indian Defense - 11 page PDF  (Free Guide From ChessKids)
The kings Indian - A complete Black Rep -  358 Page Book PDF  (Full Book Here)
An opening repertoire for the positional player - 168 Page PDF

Kings Indian Tactics .pdf - 25 pages of KID tactics by Eric Schiller
Kings Indian Defence .pdf - 11 pages of the basic ideas behind the KID

Kings Indian Defense Chess Articles

Kings Indian Defense (How to Play It) - Big Article at Simplify Chess
 (Why, How , every move explained and the main lines)

10 Reasons to Play The KID - Short Article

How to Play the King’s Indian Defense (Ideas for White and Black) - Opening Guide to Main Variations

King’s Indian Defense: Opening Guide for White & Black - Chessable Blog Opening Guide

Kings Indian Defense - GM Marian Petrov Guide (Nice Links to Resources at Bottom)

The KID Bayonet Attack - by GM Arun & GM Magesh Part 1

The KID Bayonet Attack - by GM Arun & GM Magesh Part 2 

Can Blitz Teach Us Anything about the King’s Indian Defense Bayonet Attack? - IM Mark Ginsburg

Openings on Demand

King's Indian Defense Electronic Book (E-Book) Part I

King's Indian Defense Electronic Book (E-Book) Part II

(Note: All Articles Below are on the Wayback Machine)

Classical KID Ideas with Na6- Kenilworth Chess Club article 

Kings Indian - The Saemich Variation - A system against the KID 

Kings Indian 4 Pawns Attack - Website Tutorial (Main Page - use links to go to pages of each variation)

Chess Cafe Articles
Fischer Plays Again (Opening Lanes 45)(E70) - IM Gary Lane
Seirawan vs Kasparov 1989 (E74) - GM Yasser Seirawan
Averbakh's System (E74) - IM Gary Lane
Dreev vs Shirov 1996 (E81) - Samisch Var GM Yasser Seirawan
Karpov vs Timman 1993 (E81) -Samisch Var. GM Yasser Seirawan
The Saemich Var. - IM Gary Lane
Karpov vs Kasparov (E86) - GM Yasser Seirawan
Picket vs Van Wely 1994 (E90) - Gm Yasser Seirawan

Silmans Opening Archive Articles
KID- 4 Pawns Attack Article - NM Randy Bauer
KID -A Quick d4-d5 push - Andrew Martin
KID - Pain and Anguish - Karel van der Weide
Insights into and unusual KID - Manuel Monestario

Kings Indian Defense LiChess Studies

King's Indian Defense - 10 Chapter Interactive Study  (4000+ Hearts)

King's Indian Defense - 32 Chapter Study (Really Well Done)  (300+ Hearts)

CHESS PUZZLES

wtharvey.com (Puzzle Site)

King's Indian (E60) - 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 (10 Puzzles) 
King's Indian, Four Pawns Attack (E76) - (10 Puzzles)
King's Indian, Saemisch (E81) - (10 Puzzles)
King's Indian (E97) - (10 Puzzles)

Lichess Kings Indian Defense Puzzles (KID Puzzles Halfway down page)

Kings Indian Defense Puzzles - 7738 Puzzles ( Can pick up to 18 Variations) 

   

ANNOTATED GAMES

Dreev, A. (2685) - Smirin, I. (2691) [E81] 
Schipkov, Boris (2355) - Socko, Bartosz [E84] 
Schipkov, Boris (2355) - Monin, Nikolay (2405) [E87]
Goldin, A. (2630) - Shulman, Y. (2595) [E90]
Bu Xiangzhi [2708] - Vadim Zvjaginsev [2674] [E83] 

GAMES DATABASE

365Chess.com
ECO Codes For KID - E60 thru E99 (Lots here) 

Chessgames.com
King's Indian Defense (E60-E99)  - 144 Annotated games  

Kings Indian Defense Video Lessons

King's Indian Defense: Step by Step - 17 Video Playlist - NM Robert Ramirez (7+hrs Video)
King's Indian Defense Opening Theory - 10 Video Playlist - Hanging Pawns (4+ Hrs)
King's indian defense from A to Z explained - 67 Video Playlist - Zozarov Chess Channel 
King's Indian Defense -  33 Video Playlist - FM James Canty III
King's Indian Defense -  46 Video Playlist - Chessbase India

Teimour Radjabov teaches the King's Indian Defence - 98 min  - Chessbase India

Learn the King's Indian Setup | 10-Minute Chess Openings -  IM Rozman

How To Play Against The King's Indian Defense - 38 Min WFM Crammling
The Kings Indian Defense Lecture by GM Ben Finegold - 49 min

St.Louis Chess Club Lessons

The Classical King's Indian Defence - Chess Openings Explained - 53 Min
The Classical King's Indian: Part 1 | Prepare Like A Pro - GM Alex Yermolinsky - 56 min
The Classical King's Indian: Part 2 | Prepare Like A Pro - GM Alex Yermolinsky - 55 Min
King's Indian Defense: Sämisch | Grandmaster's Choice - GM Dariusz Swiercz - 52 min
Entertaining Nimzo-Indian & King's Indian - Beginner Breakdown - 52 Min
Pawn Structure #3: King's Indian | Strategy Session with Jonathan Schrantz -37 Min

Play Against the King's Indian | Grandmaster's Choice - GM Varuzhan Akobian - 51 Min
How to Win Against the KID | Kids' Class - GM Varuzhan Akobian - 29 Min
Handle the King's Indian - GM Varuzhan Akobian  - 29 Min

Kings indian Defense Game Video (W/Analysis)

King's Indian Defense Rating Climb  - 23 Video Playlist - IM Alex Banzea
Kings Indian Defense - Chess Opening - 260 Video Playlist - Kingscrusher
King's Indian Defense - 80 Video Playlist - agadmantor's Chess Channel

Kings Indian Defense - Chess Opening - 260 Video Playlist - Kingscrusher
King's Indian Defense - 80 Video Playlist - agadmantor's Chess Channel

King's Indian Climb Begins | Black Pieces Rating Climb Part 1: 800+ 60 Min IM Rozman

PERFECT ATTACKS | Kings Indian Rating Climb Part 2: 1000+ - 51 Min IM Rozman

BEST 1200 EVER | Kings Indian Rating Climb Part 3: 1200+ - 50 Min IM Rozman

King's Indian Rapid Speedrun | Part 4: 1520+ - 52 Min IM Kostya Kavutskiy

King's Indian Rapid Speedrun | Part 5: 1760+ - 41 Min IM Kostya Kavutskiy

King's Indian Rapid Speedrun | Part 6: 1850+ - 50 Min IM Kostya Kavutskiy

Spencer and Karen look at King's Indian Defense games featuring Hikaru Nakamura - 2 hr

10 Years of King's Indian Games of Ben Finegold - 2003-2013 - 2 Hr GM Finegold

PGN Downloads (From PGNMentor.com)
KID Averbakh - 5843 games
KID Fianchetto - 11208 games
KID 4 Pawns - 4951 games
KID Saemisch - 16376 games
KID Classical Main Line - 12972 games
KID Classical other 7th move -21503 games
KID Classical other 5th and 6th -6240 games
KID Classical Petrosian -4420 games

Tactics - Overworked Defender (Overloading)

"A camel can carry a heavy load, but even a camel breaks its back with too much weight." - Proverb


Overloading
Chess Tactics Resources

The chessboard is a battlefield of cunning calculation and strategic maneuvering. But sometimes, the most potent weapon lies not in a grand offensive, but in exploiting a single overworked defender. The Overworked Defender tactic hinges on identifying a piece burdened with multiple tasks. When stretched thin, this piece becomes vulnerable, creating a golden opportunity to snatch material or deliver a devastating checkmate.

Studying Overworked Defender tactics offers several key benefits:

• Sharpen your tactical vision: Learn to identify overloaded pieces amidst the complexity of the chessboard.
• Exploit hidden opportunities: Unearth winning combinations that might otherwise go unnoticed.
• Elevate your defensive skills: Understand how to efficiently manage your pieces, avoiding situations where they become overworked.

Let's delve into a curated selection of resources designed to hone your Overworked Defender skills !

Overloading Wikipedia Article

    

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Overworked Defender Articles

 Predator at the Chessboard (Overworked Defender)
Distracting The Guard (Over Worked Piece) - 17 Page Article - Deep Dive into all the Different Forms of this tactic.

Overloading Examples - at Chessguru.net - 3 Examples w/ Explanations

Overloaded Pieces: When two is too much. - Forward Chess Article - Identifying overworked pieces w/ a couple examples.

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LiChess Studies (Overloading)

Explore interactive training tools to solidify your understanding of the opening's concepts.

• Intermediate: Tactics: Overloaded Piece - 7 Chapter Interactive Study - Showing Different Situations where Overloading Can occur.
• Overloaded Pieces: - 14 Chapter Interactive Study - 14 Positions where you find the overloaded piece.
• I - Tactics: Overloaded Piece - 14 Chapter Study - all Puzzle Positions to solve.
• The Overworked/Overloaded Pieces - 8 Chapter Study - Positions with Detailed Explanations.
• Overworked Pieces - 19 Chapter Study - Detailed Explanations w/ All types of Overloaded pieces.

Lichess Practice Area - Scroll Down and there is a 10 Problem Set under Overloading

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Games Databases

Analyze real-life games featuring the Overworked Defender tactic and see how it's played in practice.

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• Overloaded/Overworked Tactic-- OTB Examples - 19 Games 
• Overworked Piece Tactic - OTB Examples 50 games  

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Overworked Defender Tactics Video Lessons

Overworked Pieces - GM Ben Finegold - 25 Min - Watch how defenders are removed when they have to defend too much. Ben exploits these situations to win material and collapse structures.

How to take Advantage of overloaded Pieces| Chess Beginner Tactics - 14 Min IM Astraneh will show you when a piece is overloaded and how you can use that for your advantage.

The Overloaded Bg2 - Daily Lesson with a GM - 10 Min - There are many situations where a fianchetto Bg2 can be an overloaded piece. In this chess lesson, you'll see different examples that deal with this topic and GM Gabuzyan shares some typical patterns and ideas that exist in such a situation. 
Supercharge your games by overloading those pieces | Overloaded Piece | - 19 Min - 5 Famous GM games with a guess the move spot and explanation.

Chess's most underrated tactic? Overworked pieces for intermediate players - 15 Min - Q&A about Overworked Pieces with a live class.

10 Levels of Tactics: Overloading - 30 min - ChessNerd - Video Below -A comprehensive guide on the chess tactic of overloading, where a piece is given too many defensive tasks. It offers 10 levels of tactics, each with a unique problem to solve, catering to players from ELO 0 to 2500+. (New 6/21/2024)