Direction of Play
Choose moves that face the biggest future area, not just the local exchange.
Intermediate lesson. Board: 13x13. Estimated time: 9 minutes. Concepts: direction, influence, open side.
Reference notes
- Extend toward open space and friendly strength.
- Attack while building territory or influence.
- Avoid pushing from behind unless the follow-up is worth the help you give.
Practice prompt
After a corner exchange, mark the side each player should develop next and explain why.
Review check
If your local result was fine but the board got worse, check direction first.