Chess

Articles for chess players: familiar thinking, planning, tactics, and comparisons.

Games Like Chess But Faster – Quick Strategy Without Long Matches
Looking for games like chess but faster? Totemancer offers deep strategy, no luck mechanics and short matches perfect for busy players.
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Tactical Thinking in Totemancer – A Chess Player’s Approach
How chess-style tactics translate to Totemancer: forcing moves, tempo, sacrifices and pattern calculation on a territory board.
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From Chess to Totemancer – How Chess Skills Transfer
A practical guide for chess players moving to Totemancer: how openings, tactics, tempo and endgame thinking translate to territory strategy.
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Games Like Chess – Strategic Alternatives for Thinking Players
Looking for games like chess? Explore Totemancer, a modern skill-based strategy game with deep tactics, territory control and competitive play.
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Totemancer vs Chess – Similarities, Differences & Why Chess Players Will Love It
A comparison of Totemancer and Chess: tactical planning, long-term strategy, psychology, and how chess skills transfer to Totemancer gameplay.
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