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Rooks and open files
Where rooks come alive.
Rooks are strongest when placed on:
A
The first rank only, sitting back to hold the back row against any invasion.
B
The same file as their own king, guarding it patiently from a safe distance.
C
Open or half-open files, and the 7th rank, hitting pawns and cutting off the king.
D
Closed files, tucked safely behind their own unbroken chain of pawns.