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Play On The Point Of Symmetry
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In a symmetrical position, play on the point of symmetry.

This proverb applies to tactical questions regarding life and death of groups, but also sometimes to more strategic questions regarding invasions / reductions.

[Diagram]
Diag.: Black to play and live

In the example, black can keep his group alive in seki by playing on the point of symmetry as shown below:


[Diagram]
Diag.: Black plays on the point of symmetry

Of course, sometimes (as in this example) there is more than one point of symmetry - but the proverb will at least reduce your options :-)

--MortenPahle

White can kill black by playing at 5 or 7 instead of 2. --ArnoHollosi


[Diagram]
Diag.: Black to live.

:-(( OOPS..

Giving black a liberty extra, and making it obvious he cannot run out makes it better. Teaches me to check my examples :-)

--MortenPahle(10Kyu)



Dnerra: Sometimes, it also applies to the opening:

[Diagram]
Diag.: Where else would you like to move?


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