Lesson 51 — Wednesday: Sacrifice Tesuji (Intermediate, Middle Game)

Local Tactics — Tesuji are precise tactical moves that turn local fights in your favor. Today we work at Intermediate level in the Middle Game.

Real‑world analogy: Anger in Cyprus over UK bases as US-Israel war with Iran endangers island — source

Original term: 手筋 (tesuji)

About this tactic: A skillful tactical move at the vital point that yields the best local result. Reading and shape sense reveal tesuji. (手筋 tesuji)

Weekly Course Notice: This lesson is part of a 7‑day course that repeats every week. Follow the hourly sequence from Monday to Sunday, then loop again next week to reinforce skills.

Strong connections, light shape, and steady rhythm win long games.