Strategy · Lesson 89 of 92

King Safety Timing

When should you usually castle?

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Within the first 5–10 moves, before the center opens

An uncastled king in an opening center is a tactic magnet. Castle early — especially before you start your own attack.

This drill is one step. The full write-up — every rule, every pattern, every common mistake — is in the complete guide.

This lesson is one of 92 in the Grandmaster Academy — every one playable, with the pieces moving under your hand.