How can I learn the rules of chess?

"Chess, like love, like music, has the power to make [people] happy." - Siegbert Tarrasch

Welcome to the greatest game ever!  To learn how to play chess, or to clarify any chess rules, please read this article. It has everything you need to know!

For a more solid foundation, you might want to check out our beginner-level Lessons. They'll get you up to speed, fast!

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