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Mate in 3. Every move must be check.
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Mate in 3 · puzzle T003054

Tsume shogi #3054: mate in 3

Black to move and checkmate in 3 (2 of your moves and 1 replies). Black has bishop, gold, 2 silvers, knight, 4 pawns in hand. The White king stands on 8b. No drops are needed. Every one of your moves must give check, and White always chooses the reply that lasts longest.

Difficulty ★☆☆☆☆ · tap a piece, then a square. Pieces in your hand can be dropped.

Solution (tap to reveal)
  1. ▲ +Nx7b — The promoted knight captures on 7b, check.
  2. △ K-9b — The king escapes to 9b.
  3. ▲ +N-8b — The promoted knight moves to 8b — checkmate. (1 other final move also mates.)

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