Openings
The Screen Horses (Bình phong Mã) is Black's classic reply to the Central Cannon. How to build it, what each piece does, typical plans, and mistakes to avoid.
Openings
Both sides put a cannon in the center. How Same Direction and Opposite Direction Cannons differ, why they lead to sharp play, and plans and dangers for each sid
Openings
P7+1 or P3+1, the Pawn opening, is a flexible first move. What it prepares, how Black commonly answers, and why many players choose it over the Central Cannon.
Openings
E3+5, the Elephant opening, starts with defense instead of attack. What it achieves, how play usually develops, and when it suits you better than the Central Ca
The Pieces
The chariot (Xe) is xiangqi's strongest piece. How it moves, why getting it out early matters, the best files and ranks for it, and classic chariot mates.
Openings
The Central Cannon, C2=5, is xiangqi's most played first move. What it attacks, how Black usually answers, the plans that follow, and the traps to avoid.