Chess Knight - Forking Checks

Chess Players

Forking Checks is not checkmate, but close to it. If the King is not able to get away from the move, then it goes into checkmate.

Knight attacks 2 pieces

A Knight attacks the King and another chess piece in one move. See what this looks like on the diagram here.

The Knight has many formidable powers, and this is one of his powers. When 2 chess pieces are caught "on the prongs of a Knight's forking check," the chess game is all but lost.

This is where critical thinking in chess comes into the play. Knowing this can happen, avoiding being put into this move and trying to use this move to your advantage can be a real challenge.

What would help you avoid this play? Being extremely aware of the Knights capable moves. Keep your eyes on the opponent Knights moves. Remember how the Knights capture and that there are 2 of them.

Try to use this play. Keep your eyes open for situations where you can use this play. It is extremely effective and is worth the concentrated effort.

What fun to surprise your opponent by either skillfully avoiding this chess puzzle, or by using it to your advantage.

Look at these other Chess Checks:
Chess Check
Discovered Check
Double Check

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