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Simple rules, deep reading. Three difficulty levels — from your first game to serious study.
IN ORDER
X-squares are bad. Don’t flip too many discs. Corners are strong. We solve the position to the end with our own solver and compare the final disc margin of every candidate move.
FROM THE LAB
Endgames we solved exactly, where the result came out clearly.
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From beginner to intermediate. Reading to make you stronger.
From the starting setup to flipping, passing, and how the game ends. Learn it in five minutes.
Read → STRATEGYMore discs isn't better. Take fewer early, and grow your mobility. The first real step to improving.
Read → STRATEGYOwn the corners that can't be flipped. Avoid X-squares and C-squares, and don't hand corners away.
Read → OPENINGDiagonal vs. parallel openings, and the ideas behind named lines. Build a sound opening sense.
Read → ENDGAMEOnly the final disc count matters. Use parity, tempo, and stable discs to win the endgame.
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⚫ Start Playing FreeX-squares are bad. Don’t grab discs early. We solve endgames to the very last move and compare the final disc margin of every candidate.
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