How to Play Chess part 3

Fairy Chess Set

How To Play Chess part 3

In the last post, How to Play Chess part 2, we left off with our discussion on the topic of castling. Today we will start this post How To Play Chess part 3 where we left off, with 2 special chess moves involving the chess piece-the Pawn.

En Passant

En Passant Chess Rule Example

En Passant is a chess move where when the pawn advances 2 squares from its original starting position as an the picture above on the left. 

In the picture above the white pawn is the pawn that is moved to squares from its original position which is the middle picture above. 

Chess rules state that since the white pawn move has ended its move with the black pawn being right next to it in the next file, then the chess player that has black may choose to capture the white pawn in passing during his next move. Remember in the rules for a Pawns movement, the chess rules state that the pawn may opt to move 2 squares on its first move. Chess rules also state that a Pawn captures its opponents chess pieces diagonally.

Pawn Promotion

Pawn Promotion

Pawn promotion is when a Pawn advances to the eighth rank. When this happens a chess player can promote their Pawn. They can choose from the Queen, the Rook, the Bishop or the knight of the same color. Normally the Queen is the chosen chess piece, although in some cases a chess player may choose to under promote. Under Promotion is simply choosing another chess piece other than the Queen.

How to Play Chess Check

How to Play Chess Check

In the game of Chess "Check" is when the King is under attack by 1 or 2 chess pieces from the opposing Chess player, as in the picture above. To respond to the King being placed in check, the Chess player must:

• Capture the chess piece that is checking.
• Place an interposing Chess piece between the King and the Checking piece. This is only possible if the attacking chess piece is a Queen, Bishop or a Rook.

How To Play Chess: CheckMate

Checkmate Example



CheckMate is the result of a player putting his opponents King in Check. CheckMate is obtained when the Chess player whose King cannot escape without being captured. Remember according to chess rules it is illegal for you to:

• Castle while you are in check.
• To make a move that puts or leaves your King in Check.

How To Play Chess:The End Of The Game and Stalemate

Stalemate example

Stalemate occurs when the Chess player whose turn it is to move has no legal moves that can be made so therefore the game ends in a draw, a Stalemate and neither player wins the chess game. During the end of the game, the player losing could use this situation to their advantage and draw his opponent into this position. As in the example in the picture above.

At the end of a Chess game does not always in and Checkmate. Sometimes a game may end when one of the Chess players decides to resign giving a victory to his opponent. A Chess game may also end in a draw by agreement,stalemate, a draw because it will be impossible for a checkmate.
For more information on how to play Chess keep coming back I will be writing more about the subject in the future, but if you are anxious to learn more, my advice is to Google it.

I hope you enjoyed this post and would like you to know that here At Ziggys Collectables-N-Gifts You May Purchase High-Quality Chess Sets, They Range from Myth and Legend themed To Historical themed chess sets just follow the link over at the side of this post labeled High Quality Chess Sets. 

Until Next Post be safe and Happy!!! 

Please Remember That You Are Important to Us Here At Ziggys Collectables-N-Gifts, So Please Feel Free To Contact Us At Any Time-Just Follow The Link At The Side Of This Post.

Have You Taken Part in Our Poll Get? 

Happy Holidays!!        Happy Holidays!!

Please allow 14-21 days for delivery. 

I Only ship to the 48 Continental states, No P.O. Boxes.

You may return your purchase for 15 days from the date of delivery.

For more info on our policy visit: http://ziggyscollectablesng.fatcow.com/store/.html

How to Play Chess part 2

Deluxe Civil War Chess Set 

How to Play Chess part 2

How to Play Chess Part 2 will take off with where we left off: Castling.

If you need to refresh your memory just follow this link: http://ziggyscollectables-n-gifts.blogspot.com/2012/12/how-to-play-chess-part-1.html 

In How to Play Chess Part 1 we learned  that each chess piece has their own specific moves during the game of chess.

We learned that the Knight and the Rook share a special just move called castling that each opponent may execute 1 time during the game of chess.

Castling may only be done once game as long as certain conditions have been met by the Knight and the Rook involved in the execution of Castling.

The Division Of The Chess Board:
 Queen Side, King Side

The Division of a Chess Board: Queens Side and King Side

I think that when learning how to play chess it is important that you understand how a chess board is divided. 

The chess board is divided in half one side called Queens side which is files A-D.

The other half of the chess board is called the Kings side which is files E-H.

Long Castling Example

Long Side Castling

In the game of chess long side Castling is executed by moving the King from file E-1 to  C- 1 or from file E-8 to C- 8. For more of an understanding of Long Side Castling please refer to the example in the picture to the left.

Short Castling Example

 Short Side Castling

In the game of Chess Short Side Castling is executed by moving the King from file E-1 to G-1 or by moving the King from file E-8 to G-8. For more of an understanding of Short Side Castling please refer to the example in the picture to the left.

The Criteria For Castling

When learning How To Play Chess, I have explained to you what Castling is. Now you need to understand what criteria must be met before you may execute a Castling Chess move. They are:

• The King has not yet moved during the chess game.
• The Rook being used during the execution of Castling also has not moved during the chess game.
• There are not any other Chess pieces between the King and the Rook.
• The King cannot be in check.
• The King cannot move through a square under attack by the opponents Chess piece.
• The King cannot move to a position where after Castling the King would be in check.

As long as these criteria are met then the execution of Castling is legal in the game of Chess.

Well I think that this is a good place to stop for today so that you may absorb what little bit of information I have given you here on the topic of how to play Chess: Castling.

Tomorrow we will break down how to play Chess even more starting with the 2 special moves for the Chess piece- Pawn.

I hope you enjoyed this post and would like you to know that here At Ziggys Collectables-N-Gifts You May Purchase High-Quality Chess Sets, They Range from Myth and Legend themed To Historical themed chess sets just follow the link over at the side of this post labeled High Quality Chess Sets. 

Until Next Post be safe and Happy!!! 

Please Remember That You Are Important to Us Here At Ziggys Collectables-N-Gifts, So Please Feel Free To Contact Us At Any Time-Just Follow The Link At The Side Of This Post.

Have You Taken Part in Our Poll Get? 

Happy Holidays!!        Happy Holidays!!

Please allow 14-21 days for delivery. 

I Only ship to the 48 Continental states, No P.O. Boxes.

You may return your purchase for 15 days from the date of delivery.

For more info on our policy visit: http://ziggyscollectablesng.fatcow.com/store/.html

This Thanksgiving Start A Game Night at Your Home

This Thanksgiving Start A Game Night at Your Home

Medieval Chess Set

This Thanksgiving Start A Game Night at Your Home, increase family communication and togetherness by having a weekly game of chess, checkers or cards one night a week. It is so easy these days to let work, school, and the business of life rule the day, that we can easily lose touch with each other. If we get together one night each week for a board or card game night, we can improve those family ties. Starting with your families thanksgiving festivities this week. 

Webkinz™ Bull Frog Plush

 Webkinz™ Bulldog Plush

  If there are very many small children you could make sure to have plenty of toys around to also include them in the families weekly game night. Take the time to get down on the floor and play with those youngsters. Cuddle those dollies and call yourself "grandma" or "grandpa."  Push those trucks around and pretend right along with the kids. If your back can take it, let them take turns riding you like a horse while you crawl around and neigh. Every kid loves that! Let yourself be a kid again.

Dragon Chess Set

On summer evenings, try a chess game night at your local park. Let your little ones have some fun in the parks sand box. Using an old mesh produce bag, collect a variety of suitable sand toys to take along.  These toys include various containers, a few wheeled vehicles, toy garden tools, and cast-off kitchen utensils.  In the sandbox your kids, you can create towns with roads, castles, or just about anything, unleashing their create potential, while you enjoy taking your wife or brothers pawn. 

Cookie Cutters

Modeling dough is also a great activity for game night. Collect some small cookie cutters and old jar lids (for pans) and create fancy cookies and desserts - inedible and calorie-free, of course!  The kids can turn a large box on it's side for a counter and place the goodies on display to sell.  Of course, you'll pretend to buy, eat, and enjoy!

Fairy Chess Set

Some fun games for family game night include card games like Uno, board games like Candy Land or Life, and Chess or Checkers.  When choosing games to play there are several things to consider.  Is Scrabble or , for instance, fun for everyone, or does all the spelling and thinking feel like work to some of the players?  Does the game take forever to play, so that some players' attention spans play out?  Does the game encourage merciless competition, like Monopoly or chess, leaving losers feeling left out?  It's important for kids to learn how to lose and still have fun.  Don't "throw" the game, intentionally letting them win all the time, but don't mercilessly beat them every time either.  Make it fun.  If losing is a problem for some of the kids, check out some of the new cooperative games where everyone is on the same team.

Hobbies are also great to share as a family.  Maybe your family would be interested in pursuing musical skills together.  Families make great singing groups because their voices match well.  If that's not for you, maybe you'd all enjoy fishing.  Square dancing is fun for some families, while others enjoy playing badminton or other active games and sports.  The important thing is to have fun together.

Having a game night every week will help you stay close to your kids as they grow up.  It will keep the bond of love fresh and the lines of communication open.  Plan a game night this week while your kids are out for thanksgiving!

Webkinz™ Hippo Plush

If your looking for some new toys for your child 3 years and up, checkout Ziggys Collectables-N-Gifts Webkinz stuffed animal toys for Christmas ON SALE NOW!!

Happy Holidays!!

ALL OF THESE PRODUCTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOU TO ADD TO YOUR THANKSGIVING AND/OR CHRISTMAS THEMES HERE AT ZIGGYS COLLECTABLES-N-GIFTS!!! JUST CHECKOUT THE LIST AT THE SIDE OF THIS POST UNDER THE ZIGGYS COLLECTABLES-N-GIFTS PROUDLY OFFERS: LIST AND YOU CAN PAY SECURELY WITH PAYPAL.

PLEASE ALLOW 12-21 DAYS FOR DELIVERY. 

SHIPPING AVAILABLE FOR 48 CONTINENTAL U.S. STATES.

NO P.O. BOXES.  RETURNS ACCEPTED FOR 15 DAYS FROM DATE OF DELIVERY.