Bishop Endgame Puzzle Trainer

Master the nuances of the bishop endgame. Create PDF worksheets to understand the critical differences between opposite-colored bishops and same-colored bishops, and how to outplay your opponent on the diagonals.

How to Create Your Worksheet

1. Select Difficulty

Choose a level. Easier puzzles focus on basic pawn races, while harder puzzles involve creating a "bad bishop" for your opponent or building a fortress.

2. Choose Quantity

Select how many Bishop Endgame puzzles you want to practice.

3. Generate & Preview

Instantly see your unique set of problems focused on long-range piece play and pawn structure.

4. Download PDF

Download your worksheet to study the subtle but decisive advantages in bishop endgames.

Bishop Endgame Worksheet Features

Opposite-Colored Bishop Strategy

Learn when an opposite-colored bishop endgame is a likely draw (even when down a pawn or two) and when it offers strong attacking chances.

Exploit Color Complexes

In same-colored bishop endgames, you will learn to place your pawns on the opposite color of your bishop to maximize its power.

Create a "Bad Bishop"

Practice the technique of fixing your opponent's pawns on the same color as their bishop, severely restricting its movement and effectiveness.

Master a Common Endgame

Bishop endgames occur frequently. Dedicated practice gives you a significant edge over opponents who have not studied them.

Bishop Endgame FAQs

What makes opposite-colored bishop endgames so drawish?

Because the bishops can never attack each other, the defending side can often set up a blockade on the squares the attacking bishop cannot control, creating an unbreakable fortress.

What is a "bad bishop"?

A "bad bishop" is one that is blocked by its own pawns, which are stuck on squares of the same color as the bishop. It has limited mobility and is a serious strategic disadvantage.