Win before you block
If you can make five, do it, even when your opponent has a threat. Learn the order of priorities in Five in a Row. Playing well · lesson 1 of 2.
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Every turn, check in this order:
- Can I make five? Do it.
- Can my opponent make five next turn? Block it.
- Can I make a four-three or an open four? Do it.
- Does my opponent have an open three? Block it.
Ivory has an open three, but look at your own stones first.
Try it: Find the best move.
Check your own winning moves before you block.