CHESS COURSE_FROM BEGINNER TO WINNER: CHAPTER 3_CHECKMATE' S PRINCIPLES.

The Primary Objective of Chess
At its core, chess is a tantalizing dance of strategy, intellect, and foresight. While there are multiple facets to consider during gameplay, the paramount goal remains constant: achieving checkmate.

Explanation of Checkmate and Its Role as the Main Objective
Checkmate occurs when a king is placed in a position to be captured (in “check”), and there is no legal move that player can make to remove the king from attack. When this situation arises, the game concludes immediately. It’s the ultimate triumph, signaling not just the end of a game, but the culmination of tactics, risks, and calculated moves that led to that pivotal moment. In essence, the entire game orbits around this crucial objective, making it the heart of chess strategy.