Forcing Sequences and Sente Accounting
Distinguish real kikashi from moves that only look urgent.
Advanced lesson. Board: 19x19. Estimated time: 10 minutes. Concepts: kikashi, sente, order.
Reference notes
- A forcing move is valuable only if you still like the board after the answer.
- Order kikashi so follow-ups remain available.
- Do not cash useful threats too early.
Practice prompt
Find three candidate kikashi and ask whether you like the result after the answer.
Review check
Review whether the sequence fixed the opponent more than it helped you.