#general opposition

Checkmate Patterns

The Iron Bolt Mate: Chariot, Central Cannon and Your Own General Working Together

A chariot next to the enemy general, a central cannon and your own general guarding the file combine into one of xiangqi's most elegant mates.

28/09/2026 5 min read

Checkmate Patterns

Flying General Mates: How Your Own General Takes Away Squares From Across the Board

The rule that generals may never face each other turns your general into an attacker. The mates and no-move wins that use it, and how to defend against them.

28/09/2026 5 min read