What's the difference between a pin and a skewer?
Pin: valuable piece is BEHIND. Skewer: valuable piece is IN FRONT
In a pin, the shielded piece behind is more valuable. In a skewer, the front piece is forced to move, exposing the one behind.
This lesson is one of 92 in the Grandmaster Academy — every one playable, with the pieces moving under your hand.
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