Fool's Mate


A position to be avoided at all costs, the fool's mate is the most famous move 2 mate.

Counter-Play for Black


As black, if you are playing against a novice player, it's considered more honorable to alert the player to their folly before devastating them, but if you're playing in a tournament or are Magnus Carlson, then devastate away.

Options for White


In this case white ignores the possibility of an aggresive Queen opening and leaves the King with no escape.