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Mate in 3. Every move must be check.
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Mate in 3 · puzzle T009450

Tsume shogi #9450: mate in 3

Black to move and checkmate in 3 (2 of your moves and 1 replies). Black has knight, 5 pawns in hand. The White king stands on 6a. 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. ▲ +Sx5b — The promoted silver captures on 5b, check.
  2. △ K-7a — The king escapes to 7a.
  3. ▲ +Rx5a — The dragon captures on 5a — checkmate. (2 other final moves also mate.)

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