What it means
The discovery form of a windmill attack wins multiple pieces by using several discovered checks chained together. A rook discovering attacks from a bishop is a common form of this attack.
Why it matters
Mastering tactical motifs helps you convert initiative into concrete gains and avoid common calculation errors.
How to apply it
- 1Check forcing moves first and compare candidate responses.
- 2Identify defenders, overloaded pieces and tactical alignments.
- 3Validate the final position before committing to the sequence.