Balestra Mate
The Balestra Mate takes its name from the Italian word for 'crossbow.' A queen and bishop align on the same diagonal like a crossbow bolt, with the queen in front delivering the checkmate and the bishop supporting from behind.
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The Balestra Mate takes its name from the Italian word for 'crossbow.' A queen and bishop align on the same diagonal like a crossbow bolt, with the queen in front delivering the checkmate and the bishop supporting from behind.