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Lesson 3: The bishop

The bishop moves along the diagonals, and it has a secret: it never changes color. Here you move it yourself.

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The bishop moves diagonally, as far as it likes. Just like the rook, it can't jump over anything. The kings in the corners are only there because the rules need them.

Move the bishop to the star in one move.

Stars left: 1 · Moves: 0 of 1

What you'll learn

  • The bishop moves diagonally, as far as it likes
  • It always stays on squares of the same color
  • It can't jump over other pieces
  • It captures the same way it moves

Lesson 3 of 12 · about 5 minutes · 4 steps. Your progress is kept in this browser, and with your profile if you have one.

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Updated November 6, 2026