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Mate in 3. Every move must be check.
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Mate in 3 · puzzle T009508

Tsume shogi #9508: mate in 3

Black to move and checkmate in 3 (2 of your moves and 1 replies). Black has 2 silvers, knight, 2 pawns in hand. The White king stands on 4a. 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. ▲ Rx2a+ — The rook captures on 2a and promotes, check.
  2. △ P*3a — White blocks with a pawn drop on 3a.
  3. ▲ +Lx3b — The promoted lance captures on 3b — checkmate.

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