When it comes to chess setup, a diagram is most effective.

So, heres a tip.

Next to them, you have the bishops or spiritual leaders of the kingdom.

Correct chessboard set up

Then, the horses/knights who guard the kingdom.

Each player should have a dark square on their left-hand side.

Theres no easy way to remember this.

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Youve just got to lock it in.

2 The setup of the King and Queen.

The queen goes on her own color.

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3 The pawns fill the front row.

Youll note all three of these things in our chess board setup diagram above.

After all, a proper setup is your first move in a game well-played.

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