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Common Tactical Targets

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A target is anything you can attack or threaten. You usually need one or more targets to make a tactic work. Here’s a list of the common targets that make tactical ideas possible.

Types of Tactical Targets

Exposed King

Undefended Pieces

Pinned Pieces

Important Defenders

Overloaded Defenders

Higher‑value Pieces

Weak Back Rank

Nearly Trapped Pieces

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