XIANGQI ENDGAMES · MATE PRACTICE

Double Chariot Mate in two · Puzzle 03

A forced two-move mate with Double Chariot

This is a Red-to-move xiangqi endgame: Double Chariot attack continuously and must force mate within two moves against Elephant. Tap a piece on the board to start; the rules engine validates every move.

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Double Chariot mate-in-two xiangqi endgame board
Board position

Position and objective

Red material: Double Chariot. Black defenders: Elephant.

Mate the black general within the move limit. Red moves first and the AI answers for Black, with every move validated as it is played.

The black general starts on e9. Trace Red's e4-e7 move on the diagram before checking Black's reply.

How the mate works

Verified line: Red e4-e7 (車五进三), Black e9-d9 (將5平4), then Red i6-d6 (車一平六) mates. This is one legal continuation of the validated solution.

The shortest mate takes two moves. The complete move list is on this page — try to find it yourself first.

The first move is the key to the forced mate. Black may have other legal replies; the line below shows one verified continuation.

Key move and what to check

Red opens with e4-e7 (車五进三), Black answers e9-d9 (將5平4), and Red finishes with i6-d6 (車一平六). Update the board after Black's reply before testing the final move.

A chariot follows an unobstructed rank or file.

Full move list

Moves alternate Red and Black, exactly as published in the solution.

  1. 1. e4-e7 e9-d9 (車五进三 將5平4)
  2. 2. i6-d6 (車一平六)

Difficulty and help

Use Hint when you are stuck, or Undo to take a move back.

A wrong move does not end the game — restart the same position and try again.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many moves is this mate?

It is a forced mate in two moves with Double Chariot, Red to move.

Can I retry after a wrong move?

Yes. Restart the same position, or use Undo to step back during the game.

Do I need an account?

No. Endgame practice starts instantly as a guest; an account only syncs records, growth, and achievements.

Does it work on phones?

Yes, the board supports touch input and responsive layouts.

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Rules and references

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