Starting Horse to Central Cannon vs Advancing 7th Pawn
Welcome to an exceptional collection of practical Xiangqi (Chinese Chess) games featuring the dynamic opening: Starting Horse to Central Cannon vs Advancing 7th Pawn (起马转中炮对进７卒, qǐ mǎ zhuǎn zhōng pào duì jìn qī zú).
Comprehensive Game Collection
This specialized application presents 1,595 carefully selected games, all featuring this sophisticated opening strategy. Each game has been meticulously categorized based on its outcome:
- Black (Second Player) Victories
- Drawn Games
- Red (First Player) Victories
Opening Strategy Overview
This fascinating opening combines two powerful tactical elements:
- Red's Development: Starting with Horse movement followed by a strategic transformation to Central Cannon positioning
- Black's Counter: An aggressive 7th file Pawn advance, creating immediate tension on the board
Key Strategic Elements
Understanding this opening's dynamics is crucial for both sides:
- Early Horse Development: Provides flexible attacking and defensive options
- Central Cannon Transformation: Controls key central files and creates multiple threatening possibilities
- Pawn Structure Impact: The 7th file Pawn advance influences the entire board structure
- Tactical Timing: Critical decision points for both attacking and defensive maneuvers
Interactive Features
Experience the games on our interactive Xiangqi board, designed with both beginners and masters in mind. The application offers:
- Multilingual Support: Toggle between English, Vietnamese, and Chinese notations
- Flexible Board Sizes: Choose from Small, Medium, Large, or Extra Large displays
- Customizable Themes: Multiple visual themes to enhance your viewing experience
- Real-time Analysis: Study positions and variations with ease
- Move Navigation: Step forward and backward through games with intuitive controls
Game Analysis Features
Each game in the collection includes:
- Complete move sequences
- Critical position highlights
- Key turning points in the game
- Alternative variation suggestions
- Final position evaluation
Educational Value & Practical Application
This collection serves as a comprehensive resource for players at all levels. From beginners learning fundamental patterns to masters researching detailed opening theory, each game offers valuable insights into:
- Strategic themes and tactical combinations
- Position evaluation and decision-making
- Middle-game transitions and endgame techniques
- Tournament preparation and practical play
Experience the depth and beauty of Xiangqi through this carefully curated selection of games, designed to enhance your understanding and mastery of this classical opening.
