Endgame

The final phase, with few pieces left on the board.

The endgame is the last phase of a game, once most pieces are traded. King activity, passed pawns and precise technique dominate. Concepts like the opposition and zugzwang are key.

Related terms
Opposition Zugzwang Passed Pawn
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