Rule: The knight (♘,♞) jumps over pieces and moves in letter "L" manner.

Here's a screenshot of the knight's move:

Lichess tutorial: Bring the Knight to the star

CAPTURE

Use the "L" move so your knight can capture an enemy piece.

Lichess tutorial: Knight captures bishop

PROTECTION

Don't leave your knight undefended from attacking enemy pieces.

Lichess tutorial: Defend your knight from threat

COMBAT

Before you take an enemy piece, make sure that you won't lose your knight.

Lichess tutorial: Knight threatens bishop

CHECK THE KING

Aim your knight at the opponent's king by moving it to its location, but see to it that you're free from any threat.

Lichess tutorial: Knight checks enemy king

Follow these basic moves of the knight. Learn chess by playing it online at Lichess.org.