Counting While Playing
Estimate the score early enough to choose the correct plan.
Intermediate lesson. Board: 13x13. Estimated time: 10 minutes. Concepts: counting, komi, strategy.
Reference notes
- Count secure territory separately from potential.
- Include komi before choosing risky fighting.
- Behind players need complications; ahead players need simplification.
Practice prompt
Estimate the score within five points, then choose calm play or fighting play.
Review check
After the game, compare your estimate with the final score and locate the miss.