Chess Terms - D
6 terms starting with this letter
Decoy
A tactic that intentionally lures an opponent's piece to an unfavorable or dangerous square. The purpose is to use the lured piece to set up subsequent tactics (forks, pins, mate, etc.)
Deflection
A tactic that draws an opponent's piece away from a specific defensive position. While Attraction (Decoy) aims to lure to a specific place, Deflection aims to draw away from a specific place
Desperado
Spanish for "desperado" or "outlaw." A tactic where a piece that will be captured anyway inflicts maximum damage before being taken. A move where a piece with no escape tries to gain something before being captured for free
Disposal
A concept related to piece placement and usage. Specifically, the ability and options to properly position and utilize pieces
Domination
A tactic that completely restricts and contains the movement of opponent's pieces. A technique that creates situations where opponent's pieces lose escape squares and are eventually captured, or positions where pieces cannot function effectively
Double-Edged Game
A double-edged battle, an aggressive game with risks for both sides. Refers to tense positions where either player could seize the initiative, but neither has a clear advantage