Plain-English Definition
A desperado tactic uses a trapped or attacked piece to capture something valuable before it falls.
Why It Matters
Desperado tactics turn bad news into compensation.
Common Signs in Games
- A piece is lost no matter what.
- It can capture with check or tempo.
- Both sides have hanging pieces.
Common Mistakes
- Saving a piece that cannot be saved.
- Missing the strongest final capture.
- Letting the opponent use a desperado first.