I don't know what changed after I watched your video, but it really helped my game! I'm still not always spotting the right move, but I'm getting quicker at spotting the wrong ones. I'm also applying more pressure on the opponent and thereby determining what they will do which helps me see further ahead. There's wisdom here, even if it isn't obvious at first!
@@elijahhmarshall no it doesnt lmao. If u opponent catches on what ur doing, he can play moves that force u to open up since ur opponent has to go first
This video has done more to help me than just about anything I've seen or read. It's the question you said you need to ask yourself. I've found applying this question after every move has upped my game tremendously. I've gone from an intermediate player to an advanced player. That's better than any series of movements I've taken time to memorize. Thanks!
Thanks for your video tutorial. They are very educating. Very kind of you. After so many years, your tutorial still continue educates people. You are accumulating good deeds, buddy.
1. Control the centre. 2. Your goal should be to get as many kings as possible. 3. Press forward in masses. 4. Be willing to sacrifice a checker eg Trade offs especially when your opponent has less checkers, for position, to clear a path towards being kinged, to take out an opponents most threatening checker. 5. Leave your home/base row checkers until you need them. 6. Remember the blocking option, if you can see your opponent won’t be able to move on their next move after you make a specific move, do that specific move no matter how pointless your move is eg shuffling forward a checker posing zero threat. If the opponent can’t move on their go, you win. These tips I use when playing the no force jump rules. Force jump rules is a faster game but trickier in my opinion.
@@panzerkampfwagentigerausfb6378 i have the same question but more upfront. Have u died yet? Better, are you still alive? Are you divorced now? Or did you ever win?
So literally you're saying the secret to strong play is "make the best move?" LOL. By jove I think you may have just solved chess and go and poker too!!
Well that was not the entire point of the video on of the videos key points was to think things carefully and thoroughly and make the best moves. Jus because you listen to one bit and not the other does not mean you need to go out of your way to make someone’s valid interesting video seem pointless. I pity how miserable people are now.
BenHasAPlan think smart not hard. Instead of thinking of their possible moves 5-6 ahead, think of their best move then your best response. It’s cool that you can think 40 moves ahead, but now the opponent did a different move and your sunk. If you think of 1 response for their moves you will have a better chance winning. Similar to how playing a best move puzzle in chess is extremely easy compared to an actual game.
Hi Jason! The English version is what i am showing, the other version your brother plays is the Spanish version, where the King moves all the way diagonally, like a bishop in chess. Your brother variations is very popular. It is also call "pool checkers" and in some variations a checker can jump backwards. You are right and your brother is right also. There is also some other variations played in Europe. Thank you for your question.
Wow, that was amazing how you set up for a three jump like that. I don't know if I could ever plan that many steps ahead to feed my checkers to the opponent and expect them to keep falling for it that long, though.
Thank you. I have been wondering about a move in chess and whether it is legal or not and you video helped me. My move that was in question was: A checker newly becomes a king in one turn, and once he is kinged has has an immediate jump opportunity like at 4:35. In my play I continued the turn by double jumping, as the red king could have gone 30 to 21. Instead you said the red king's turn was over and he could not take the jump (4:42). Thank you for clarifying this for me!
Never rush anything, understand every checker pieces i mean you must have deep realization about the positional placement of every checker and must create strategy that will help come up and organize of the rest of the pieces, value every single move, and be conscious that would result to draw that's my realization for this video.
At around 3:10, after White is crowned, why couldn’t Red move to 24 to 27 to 31 (not all at once, of course)? Wouldn’t that be a safe move, since there’s a Red on 23? Perhaps I’m not understanding the game well enough, but that would seem like the ideal move for red to make in that situation. Can anyone elaborate? Thank you!
Thank you! Very interesting story. I read the quote that i talked about in a chess book and i was always amazed at his confidence. Capabllanca was such a great player. In general Grandmasters can see many moves ahead and they usually answer the question of how many moves they can see ahead with it all depends upon the position.
At 5:22 why wouldn't red go to 22? I don't think most people would've moved their red piece to 31 as they know they'd get trapped. I'd like to see it play out of red moved to 22 from 20. Great video still. Thanks for the tips.
Hi AmyAnn, because of the rule you must jump. Red at 4:34 has to jump white. This is the first sacrifice. It starts a chain reaction. The name of the shot is an "In and out shot" When reds jump to square 30 and gets his king his turn is over and now white moves and red has to jump again. At 4 47 White moves his King from 3 to 7. Red King has to jump to square 21 another sacrifice by White will force red to jump him 2 more time to set up the triple. After the triple everything is still forced. A tactic called "Breech (attacking 2 pieces at a time) and what ever Red does there is no way out white will gain another checker or trap red. Most players would resign because it only a matter of time. Important to know that white will never let red get away. You can practice this ending a few times and it will show how to played it correctly and get the win. Thank you!
I thought the same thing. I commented similarly earlier, but I guess I never learned that a player "must jump." That makes a big difference, and now I understand the tactic. Thanks for the explanation. This makes a lot more sense now!
What rules are these? It seems I have seen multiple, but in ours, the king is obliged to jump if he can, and he moves all the way across the diagonal.. often your opponent can use that rule to his advantage
Great introduction to checkers although it's a WAAY more complicated game. I think the algorithms of machine-learning-based programs would also be interesting.I liked the quote from Capablanca.
Any good UA-cam channel to get better at checkers? My max elo is 1100 😅 For some reason I can't get better, even when I pressure other players's pieces, they always find a way to get out, end up blocking them, or end up blocking myself. I attack more than I defend.
I'M VERY GOOD AT CHECKERS..... I PLAY ONLINE ALL THE TIME AND SELDOM DO I RUN ACROSS A WORTHY OPPONENT BUT THAT MOVE THEIR WAS A BEAST....I DIDN'T SEE IT COMING.....
The checkers I know, a king can move long distances Both backward and forwards Any seats can eat forwards and back but move only forward So what Skinner checkers is this?? American standard?
Yeah American Checkers, kings can't fly, maximum aren't required, I was shocked and angry the first time I played it(windows online checkers) lol I came to know later on that there is many variations of Checkers around the world, but just like the rest it has it's cool moves as well.
He just explains why it happens. It has to because in checkers if you can jump a piece you are required to. The entire sequence of moves is forced after red moves the checker from 8 to 12.
I do not believe Capablanca said "I only see one move ahead but it is always the correct one." I believe he actually said "I see ten moves ahead". (An impressive feat). One of his opponents said the original statement after he beat Capablanca who had not lost for 8 years previous to that game.(Another impressive feat).
If the Donald lost the game though, he would accuse his opponent of cheating, and anyone who mentioned that he/she beat him in checkers would be accused of spreading fake news.
The secret is practice. Play with yourself for a long time and you'll start noticing patterns when you play with other people. Then you'll be a pro. The brain is wired to notice patterns it's an evolutionary trait that kept human beings alive for years use that to your advantage..
Hi Derrick! You can get a board and pieces from The American Checker Federation web site. You just go there and hit up store. You also can find some nice boards at chess stores. Thank you!
What are your thoughts on the flying king version of checkers? Seems way more fun. The king could move across the board with more choices available making the game almost as advanced as chess.
I don't like it because you could have 2 vs 1 king & its a draw, & the 10 x 10 version International draughts 3 vs 1 king is a draw. That makes the game flawed & pointless to me.
The 2 vs 1 king is a force win. In the American/English style of checkers, also known as draughts. There are some exceptions where it could be a draw but not here. The international draught style is different because of the flying king and certain other rules. Different strategies and tactics. There are some players who played the International style and tried this style and have done quite well in tournaments. I like both but it takes awhile to adjust. Thank you for your comment.
This is basically how I already play the game but with a better explanation of what is going on. You say you don't look ahead, but set up all the pieces to work perfectly for this specific event 10 moves later. I didn't learn any secret to win checkers.
checkercycle Thanks, I was going to ask at @5:48 why doesn't red go from 26 to 22? But I worked it out and that he'd eventually lose the king if he did that.
That’s why Chess will always be better. No such thing as forcing me to do something if I know doin something else would benefit me. Checkers is the only game I know that forces you to make stupid plays so you can be double jumped
If my opponent misses a jump, then I can take his piece for not jumping. Is that correct? And when I do take his piece for not jumping is it still my turn
Hello! Thank you! If you visit The Checker Maven" web site by Bob Newell they have a book review on a lot of books. Also they have some real good books you can download on a PDF format. If there is any question on a particular book just let me know.
Checkers has always been the redheaded step child, living in the chess world’s shadow. But the simplicity of checkers is also it’s strong suit. People gravitate to the game much more than chess.
At 4:36, why isn't red forced to play 23-30-21? Do the rules say that once one becomes a king, that turn is over? Otherwise, the newly promoted king on 30 should continue to capture 25 en route to 21.
Hi Mr. Lee! Thank you for your question. You did answer the question correctly, A newly promoted king, his turn is over. This allow you as the opponent to get a in - between move. This rule help you to make many combinations and can change the outcome of many games. In certain style of checkers you can continue like you mention, The English/American style rule is once a checker becomes a King his turn is over. Thanks again!
"If you wanna win a game of checkers, always make sure to beat your opponent."
yep, number one strategy.
How did you come up with that one
On, and behind the board
"Find the best move every time." Easy, now I know!
XaeeD whata stupid Advice, you think your opponent is gonna let you win? hahaha
I learned something. I think the best advice is never rush your moves.
I always counter my enemy like blocking his every move
After playing zillions of games, I really don't care anymore lol
Plan it first
when theres a timer for 5 minutes and your opponent makes a move in 5 sec you have no choice
@@dan-xl4mg yup same and I always oof now I know why :^
I don't know what changed after I watched your video, but it really helped my game! I'm still not always spotting the right move, but I'm getting quicker at spotting the wrong ones. I'm also applying more pressure on the opponent and thereby determining what they will do which helps me see further ahead. There's wisdom here, even if it isn't obvious at first!
I win by never moving my bottom pieces so they can't get a king
Same but sometimes I have to
Doesn't work....eventually you'll only have 4 Ckers left and thus will have to move. Or a good player will force you to move with an exchange.
Mason Woosley I like doing that, it's risky sometimes but if you can get just one king, you got it in the bag
Complete beginner here
i wanted to ask why red does not move 24-27 and then kings next turn
isn't that a danger too for white?
at what point in the game are you suggesting this move?
I wouldn't have seen that in 100 years.
I literally wrote "checkers" on valentines day and youtube gives me a checkers video wishing me happy valentines
I simply mimic my opponent's moves until I see an opening.
I've thought about how a game would go if one did this. Does it work out?
@@elijahhmarshall no it doesnt lmao. If u opponent catches on what ur doing, he can play moves that force u to open up since ur opponent has to go first
This video has done more to help me than just about anything I've seen or read. It's the question you said you need to ask yourself. I've found applying this question after every move has upped my game tremendously. I've gone from an intermediate player to an advanced player. That's better than any series of movements I've taken time to memorize. Thanks!
Thanks for your video tutorial. They are very educating. Very kind of you. After so many years, your tutorial still continue educates people. You are accumulating good deeds, buddy.
1. Control the centre. 2. Your goal should be to get as many kings as possible. 3. Press forward in masses. 4. Be willing to sacrifice a checker eg Trade offs especially when your opponent has less checkers, for position, to clear a path towards being kinged, to take out an opponents most threatening checker. 5. Leave your home/base row checkers until you need them. 6. Remember the blocking option, if you can see your opponent won’t be able to move on their next move after you make a specific move, do that specific move no matter how pointless your move is eg shuffling forward a checker posing zero threat. If the opponent can’t move on their go, you win.
These tips I use when playing the no force jump rules. Force jump rules is a faster game but trickier in my opinion.
What a wholesome classic. An instant must rewatch.
Now I'm going to kick my husband's ass! Love how you explained things.
hi , how did the game go, how is your life going? how is your husband?
@@panzerkampfwagentigerausfb6378 i have the same question but more upfront. Have u died yet? Better, are you still alive? Are you divorced now? Or did you ever win?
Yes, you win by capturing all your opponents checkers or by blocking them where they have no moves on their turn. Thank you for your question.
Jumps are mandatory. You have to jump rule. This makes the combination a "force" combo. If you didn't have to jump your observation would be correct.
Shut up
@@kevincarpenter7681 that’s a bit harsh
OK noted :3
Oh I play casual so you don't have to jump
My mother always beatse in checkers now I'm a pro at it but the video helped a lot
Very good! Thank you! Happy Holidays and have a Happy New Year!!
You too!:)
Once I learned how to play checkers I would beat my mother all the time.
Best video on checkiz I've ever watched.
I gotta say this helped me have a better view in checkers, Thank you.
Thank you!
So literally you're saying the secret to strong play is "make the best move?" LOL. By jove I think you may have just solved chess and go and poker too!!
Well that was not the entire point of the video on of the videos key points was to think things carefully and thoroughly and make the best moves. Jus because you listen to one bit and not the other does not mean you need to go out of your way to make someone’s valid interesting video seem pointless. I pity how miserable people are now.
😂😂🤣
BenHasAPlan think smart not hard. Instead of thinking of their possible moves 5-6 ahead, think of their best move then your best response.
It’s cool that you can think 40 moves ahead, but now the opponent did a different move and your sunk. If you think of 1 response for their moves you will have a better chance winning.
Similar to how playing a best move puzzle in chess is extremely easy compared to an actual game.
Yea it was a stupid video
Sometimes Poker wins by bluffing not moving.
Thank You for taking the time to make and post this!
You sound so much like Donald trump
Dat BOI games ikr
Broseph Stalin
he does a little bit. stop trying to be edgy
Sergeant Cane how dare you compare the father of our country to Donald Trump
Sergeant Cane this was him a long long time ago
Sergeant Cane lol
Hi Jason! The English version is what i am showing, the other version your brother plays is the Spanish version, where the King moves all the way diagonally, like a bishop in chess. Your brother variations is very popular. It is also call "pool checkers" and in some variations a checker can jump backwards. You are right and your brother is right also. There is also some other variations played in Europe. Thank you for your question.
Thanks so much I learned to really play checkers because of you and these videos
+Gustavo Alvarado Thank you very much!
I’m addicted to checkers and play it everyday, so this video will help me win more matches!
Wow, that was amazing how you set up for a three jump like that. I don't know if I could ever plan that many steps ahead to feed my checkers to the opponent and expect them to keep falling for it that long, though.
They don't have to fall for it, they are forced moves
Thank you. I have been wondering about a move in chess and whether it is legal or not and you video helped me. My move that was in question was: A checker newly becomes a king in one turn, and once he is kinged has has an immediate jump opportunity like at 4:35. In my play I continued the turn by double jumping, as the red king could have gone 30 to 21. Instead you said the red king's turn was over and he could not take the jump (4:42). Thank you for clarifying this for me!
I love this guy so much - thank you. Happy Valentines Day to you and your family as well.
Never rush anything, understand every checker pieces i mean you must have deep realization about the positional placement of every checker and must create strategy that will help come up and organize of the rest of the pieces, value every single move, and be conscious that would result to draw that's my realization for this video.
At around 3:10, after White is crowned, why couldn’t Red move to 24 to 27 to 31 (not all at once, of course)? Wouldn’t that be a safe move, since there’s a Red on 23? Perhaps I’m not understanding the game well enough, but that would seem like the ideal move for red to make in that situation. Can anyone elaborate? Thank you!
Hello! Thank you! I been a fan of Capablanca for a long time. I am glad you like the video and chess and checkers are great games to play.
Excellent video and demonstration! The combination eluded me and was beautifully executed! You've just earned a subscriber!
Thanks! This helped me with computer checkers! Finally I’m beating the machine 😊.
Thank you! Very interesting story. I read the quote that i talked about in a chess book and i was always amazed at his confidence. Capabllanca was such a great player. In general Grandmasters can see many moves ahead and they usually answer the question of how many moves they can see ahead with it all depends upon the position.
@3:52 why don't you put the king in 11 threatening two checkers at once?
At 5:22 why wouldn't red go to 22? I don't think most people would've moved their red piece to 31 as they know they'd get trapped. I'd like to see it play out of red moved to 22 from 20. Great video still. Thanks for the tips.
Hi AmyAnn, because of the rule you must jump. Red at 4:34 has to jump white. This
is the first sacrifice. It starts a chain reaction. The name of the shot is an "In and out shot" When reds jump to square 30 and gets his king his turn is over and now
white moves and red has to jump again. At 4 47 White moves his King from 3 to
7. Red King has to jump to square 21 another sacrifice by White will force red to jump him 2 more time to set up the triple. After the triple everything is still forced.
A tactic called "Breech (attacking 2 pieces at a time) and what ever Red does there is no way out white will gain another checker or trap red. Most players would resign because it only a matter of time. Important to know that white will never let red get away.
You can practice this ending a few times and it will show how to played it correctly and get the win. Thank you!
I thought the same thing. I commented similarly earlier, but I guess I never learned that a player "must jump." That makes a big difference, and now I understand the tactic. Thanks for the explanation. This makes a lot more sense now!
Your trick is good
Great video helped a lot 👍
Awesome forward thinking game-play. Thanks!
was playing with my gf the past couple days and didn’t even watch a video like this and came up with these strategies
This seems to be a different version of checkers.
I never thought of it just one move at a time and like the "is it threatening pieces" things
Very nice video. Thanks for sharing.
I already mastered the game bro, there's another way to always win
Is it just me or is this video relaxing?
If only I would've watched this in 2nd grade when I had a tournament..
Same
Fr!
What rules are these? It seems I have seen multiple, but in ours, the king is obliged to jump if he can, and he moves all the way across the diagonal.. often your opponent can use that rule to his advantage
Awww the ending is so sweet 🥺❤️
"You dont make your shots, you miss all of them"
really enjoy these lessons, thanks for your time
cheers
Thank you for sharing some good information!
Great introduction to checkers although it's a WAAY more complicated game. I think the algorithms of machine-learning-based programs would also be interesting.I liked the quote from Capablanca.
Any good UA-cam channel to get better at checkers?
My max elo is 1100 😅
For some reason I can't get better, even when I pressure other players's pieces, they always find a way to get out, end up blocking them, or end up blocking myself. I attack more than I defend.
And the secret to win in football is to score goals
I'M VERY GOOD AT CHECKERS..... I PLAY ONLINE ALL THE TIME AND SELDOM DO I RUN ACROSS A WORTHY OPPONENT BUT THAT MOVE THEIR WAS A BEAST....I DIDN'T SEE IT COMING.....
+Ghostwriter901 Thank you!
which site??
Ghostwriter901 u sound like trump
@@royemmanuel4362 did u find it?
That was great! Glad to see you back! Keep them coming! I learn something new on every one of your vids. Thanks!
The checkers I know,
a king can move long distances
Both backward and forwards
Any seats can eat forwards and back but move only forward
So what Skinner checkers is this??
American standard?
Yes and it sucks
Yeah American Checkers, kings can't fly, maximum aren't required, I was shocked and angry the first time I played it(windows online checkers) lol I came to know later on that there is many variations of Checkers around the world, but just like the rest it has it's cool moves as well.
@@rishapkumar5509 It's not that it sucks. It's a simpler game.
Alphonse Wira that’s how we play in Jamaica..The one he’s playing is different but has it’s perks also
there are different rules for checkers around the world :v
No one is gonna fall for that triple jump by your king @5:08
He just explains why it happens. It has to because in checkers if you can jump a piece you are required to. The entire sequence of moves is forced after red moves the checker from 8 to 12.
i dont understand red had smarter moves
Thank you ♡ and wish you had a nice valentine even after all those years
wait a minute.. I thought the king could go all over the board
depends on what checker variation you are playing, different countries/regions have different rules
I do not believe Capablanca said "I only see one move ahead but it is always the correct one." I believe he actually said "I see ten moves ahead". (An impressive feat). One of his opponents said the original statement after he beat Capablanca who had not lost for 8 years previous to that game.(Another impressive feat).
It low key sounds like Donald Trump
If the Donald lost the game though, he would accuse his opponent of cheating, and anyone who mentioned that he/she beat him in checkers would be accused of spreading fake news.
He*
@paperchasin23 It's a he, mate, he doesn't identify as a toaster.
Trump only plays 4d chess
Keep on practicing and the more you learn the better you will play.
This was excellent. I was unable to find the right moves; however, you laid a foundation that showed me how to think.
The secret is practice. Play with yourself for a long time and you'll start noticing patterns when you play with other people. Then you'll be a pro.
The brain is wired to notice patterns it's an evolutionary trait that kept human beings alive for years use that to your advantage..
Where did you get your marble game board? Very nice.
@ 3:20 When red moves from 19 - 20, why wouldn't the "opponent" move to get a king?
Because red is stupid
Because this guy doesn’t know what he’s talking about
This is the most basic form of clickbait I’ve ever seen none of what you said helped at all at any level
An excellent learning from you. Cheers mate.
Which is harder to master - checkers or chess?
Chess... Definitely
chess!!!
Draughts is a deeper. more profound game than chess.
Chess
@JRH checkers has been solved? Source?
Very interesting also hope your well being that 8 years have flown by but yeah this video was very insightful
That first board was beautiful
yup
Thank you!
Rich Evans was right....this is one interesting checkers channel. :D
I really like your board and pieces. Where can I find them?
Hi Derrick! You can get a board and pieces from The American Checker Federation web site. You just go there and hit up store. You also can find some nice boards at chess stores. Thank you!
I like the video and you explain well so we can understand!
is it possible to find the correct move all the time? is their a book that will reveal this? all of your videos are great ty
Where can I get a checker board like that? It’s beautiful
I’ve become checkers obsessed time to invest in a nice board.
13 years later but 10 days away from valentines ,happy valentines
When you have a checkers tournament in school fith grade and have a phone. On you while you trapped in a spot lol
wish you and your spouse all the best....
What are your thoughts on the flying king version of checkers? Seems way more fun. The king could move across the board with more choices available making the game almost as advanced as chess.
I don't like it because you could have 2 vs 1 king & its a draw, & the 10 x 10 version International draughts 3 vs 1 king is a draw. That makes the game flawed & pointless to me.
The 2 vs 1 king is a force win. In the American/English style of checkers, also known as draughts. There are some exceptions where it could be a draw but not here. The international draught style is different because of the flying king and certain other rules. Different strategies and tactics. There are some players who played the International style and tried this style and have done quite well in tournaments. I like both but it takes awhile to adjust. Thank you for your comment.
The last play white doesn’t win if the checker at the back moved the red can make a play forward?
why does red not go 24 to 27 after white moves 10 to 7?
White will eat 27, and 19 then?
This is basically how I already play the game but with a better explanation of what is going on. You say you don't look ahead, but set up all the pieces to work perfectly for this specific event 10 moves later. I didn't learn any secret to win checkers.
thanks for that insightful video
@5:00, why would red trade the capture of one checker in exchange for three for his opponent? Shouldn't red instead just back away with his king?
Andrew Meijer The mandatory move rule. When you have a jump you must jump. This leads to force moves and combinations. Thank you!
checkercycle Thanks, I was going to ask at @5:48 why doesn't red go from 26 to 22? But I worked it out and that he'd eventually lose the king if he did that.
That’s why Chess will always be better. No such thing as forcing me to do something if I know doin something else would benefit me. Checkers is the only game I know that forces you to make stupid plays so you can be double jumped
If my opponent misses a jump, then I can take his piece for not jumping. Is that correct? And when I do take his piece for not jumping is it still my turn
At 4:33, does the red not have a chance at a double instead of gaining a king (23 to 30 then back to 21)? What's the best move in your opinion? (
That was by far the best set of tips I have ever heard...hopefully I will win against my dad this time...I've yet to win!!
Remix Rave
Did you win?
What is the set at the beginning of the video? How much it cost?
This actually blew my mind
777k views
7 years ago
goddammit luck
are you TheTriplet?
Hello! Thank you! If you visit The Checker Maven" web site by Bob Newell they have a book review on a lot of books. Also they have some real good books you can download on a PDF format. If there is any question on a particular book just let me know.
i love checkers thanks
You explain things very well.
Another great video
Different rules. Still fun to learn these tactics though
Do you know a good book (english / french) for spanish checker
Checkers has always been the redheaded step child, living in the chess world’s shadow. But the simplicity of checkers is also it’s strong suit. People gravitate to the game much more than chess.
This is this guy's manifesto.
At 4:36, why isn't red forced to play 23-30-21? Do the rules say that once one becomes a king, that turn is over? Otherwise, the newly promoted king on 30 should continue to capture 25 en route to 21.
Hi Mr. Lee! Thank you for your question. You did answer the question correctly, A newly promoted king, his turn is over. This allow you as the opponent to get a in - between move. This rule help you to make many combinations and can change the outcome of many games. In certain style of checkers you can continue like you mention, The English/American style rule is once a checker becomes a King his turn is over. Thanks again!
Very helpful. Thank you!
Victor M. Lee
I've been playing chess for a long time, I never really stopped to consider checkers honestly. I'm sort of curious after watching this.
Hi, couldn't the red king move to 27 and force the white to jump to 23, thus opening a move for red 28 to 32? Would that not keep the game in play?
I'm just curious. I don't know if i'm missing something else.