Dragon Knight Chess

04/09/2026

The new Netflix documentary is creating some buzz. Have you seen it? If so, what do you think? Is it neutral or biased? Informative? Dumbed down?

GM Hans Niemann reflects on how his life was changed by cheating allegations, while GM Magnus Carlsen offers fresh insight into what sparked one of the most controversial scandals in modern chess.

04/07/2026

Uzbek grandmaster Javokhir Sindarov, 20, leads the 2026 Candidates Tournament in Cyprus with 6/7 — the fastest start ever under the double-round format — after stunning victories over Caruana and Nakamura! In the Women's Candidates, Ukraine's Anna Muzychuk leads halfway with 4.5/7.

Puzzle: can you spot the 2026 Candidates brilliancy?

03/25/2026

An interesting twist! Below the Crown is chess reimagined as a dark, tactical dungeon crawler. Instead of moving pieces on a board, you’re a Wizard summoning Rooks and Knights to survive a gauntlet of monsters.
• Your muscle memory still works: pieces move exactly how you’d expect, so you’ll feel at home instantly.
• But rules change: You can upgrade your Bishop to stun enemies or give your Knight a ranged attack. It’s chess with "cheat codes"!
• The game is in Early Access on Steam right now--the full 1.0 version drops April 21.
Below the Crown will never replace our beloved classic game but it could be fun for anyone looking to exercise their chess skills in new ways! ♟️✨

Explore the dungeons Below the Crown, in this love letter to Roguelikes, Dungeon Crawlers, and Chess. Prepare for strategy, game-changing spells, psychological tests, and challenges from your fellow players. From the award-winning creators of Duskers & A Virus Named TOM.

03/17/2026

♟️ Calling All Girls Who Love Chess (or Want to Learn!) ♟️
Join us for the Dragon Knight Chess NC Girls Tournament — a welcoming, competitive event designed to inspire girls across North Carolina.

Whether you're playing your first tournament or chasing your next big rating jump, this is your chance to:
✨ Compete in a supportive, all-girls environment
✨ Build confidence and sharpen your skills
✨ Connect with other passionate players

📅 See full details & register here:
👉 https://www.dragonknightchess.com/nc-girls-tournament/
**Spots are limited, so don’t wait!**

2026 NC K-12 Girls State ChampionshipWelcome to the official webpage for the 2026 North Carolina Girls Chess Championship! This statewide tournament brings together K–12 girls from across North Carolina for a day of competition, learning, and connection through chess. This page provides key inform...

02/23/2026

12-year-old phenom Faustino Oro is heading to Moscow’s Aeroflot Open for a last-chance shot at becoming the youngest grandmaster in history — the clock is ticking, and chess history is on the line.

Twelve-year-old Argentine talent Faustino Oro is set to compete in the Aeroflot Open in Moscow, one of the strongest open tournaments on the international circuit. With two GM norms already secured and the rating requirement met, the event represents his final opportunity to become the youngest-ever...

02/17/2026

The Dragon Knight Chess logo has officially leveled up! 🐉🔥 Our new design emphasizes the high-stakes intensity of the game, using a bold, fiery energy to mirror the passion behind every move. The dragon-knight piece represents a tribute to the competitive spirit and the sharp, tactical mind required to dominate the board. It is a visual commitment to the "heat"😉of the match and a hard-fought endgame.

02/17/2026

Things have been a bit quiet here, we know! We're busy prepping for upcoming tournaments and have some *big* news to share on that soon. We're also undertaking a bit of rebranding, in particular revamping our logo!

12/19/2025

Any move that leads to a win is a good move.

12/12/2025

Sacrificing your queen can be the most nerve-wracking and risky move in a game!

Brilliant Queen Sacrifice👑🤯

12/02/2025

Chess, like art, involves the application of systematic thinking with intuition in equal measure.

11/26/2025

It might be a good move, but is it the 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 move?