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Go- A game of Connection
and Influence. Each player must discover the
strategy and tactics necessary
for acquiring the most territory. The work of each move is a function of
multiple threats to reate or destroy Life, Connection, Influence, and
Territory. Utilizing Outward Influence by Jin Jiang and Zhao Zheng provides a
study of how to efficiently build and use Influence.
Jiang provides numerous examples of how to construct thickness
(strongly connected strings of stones that cannot be disconnected) and how
to avoid thinness (weakly connected strings of stones that can be
disconnected). Also included are abundant examples of sacrifice and
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tactics that can be used for constructing large territorial frame-works
(Moyos) out of influence. Seizing control of the center is vital for gaining
the most territroy. Additional examples of using pivot points (an intersection
on the edge of opposing moyos, which, upon occupation by one side, will expand
that sides moyo and reduce the opposing moyo) for seizing control of the
center are provided.
Utilizing Outward Influence is a book for helping one reach shodan
strength and reviewing the
tactics and strategies used by dan players. Over 50
problems are included addressing: how to
create thickness and avoid thinness in building influence; using influence to
create territorial frameworks (moyos); and using influence to create territory
by attacking.
