Skewer Puzzles: Free Interactive Chess Puzzles

84 free chess puzzles on "Skewer", rated from 581 to 2773. The coach explains every mistake, and the puzzles adapt to your level.

Skewer: Attack a valuable piece so the piece behind it falls.

A skewer is the reverse of a pin: the more valuable piece is in front, and when it moves, the piece behind it is captured.

Look for the king and queen, or king and rook, on the same line.

How to train this theme

  • Solve 5 puzzles a day, and take your time before every move.
  • Look for checks, captures and threats first.
  • Every puzzle you miss comes back in your review queue until you master it.

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