Oblique howitzer

Author: Tu Jingming
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Publish Date: 2001-05-01
Features: This book is one of the series on Xiangqi opening strategies, focusing on the "Offensive Cannon" opening. It highlights key examples of practical play by players since the 20th century, compiled for chess enthusiasts to appreciate and reference. The term "Offensive Cannon" implies its tactical approach: avoiding direct confrontation and strategically maneuvering the knight and both cannons to one side (right cannon moves left or left cannon moves right). With a subtle edge, it often achieves surprising victories. Conversely, if not executed well, it may lead to blocked efforts and internal conflicts, unfavorable to the situation. Now introduced: Part 1: "Mandarin Duck Cannon"; Part 2: "Tortoise Shell Cannon"; Part 3: "Golden Hook Cannon." Additionally, the "Left Layered Cannon" is included as an appendix, from two ancient texts due to its rarity in practical play. The entire book is divided into three parts.