Learning From Pro Autobiographies, Part 1: Striving for Excellence by Chen Zude
The story of Chen Zude—Go innovator, patriot, and the first Chinese 9-dan—who redefined Weiqi with resilience, wisdom, and the Chinese fuseki.
Professional Go Players
Dosaku – The Go Saint
Explore the life and genius of Honinbo Dosaku, the Go Saint who revolutionized the game during Japan’s Edo period.
Choi Jeong: Trailblazing Queen of Go
Choi Jeong redefined women’s role in Go with fearless play and record-breaking wins.
Iyama Yuta: The Architect of Modern Japanese Go
Iyama Yuta’s road to dominance over Japanese Go with a steady, strategic playing style. This article explores his journey from child prodigy to nati…
Honinbo Shusai: The Twilight of an Emperor
Honinbo Shusai: A title of inheritance, or one truly earned? As the last head of the Honinbo school and a respected Meijin, Shusai stood at the crossr…
Park Junghwan: Mastery is the Endgame
Park Junghwan's journey from prodigy to Go legend is a tale of relentless dedication, strategic brilliance, and fierce rivalries.
Ke Jie: The Modern Prodigy of Go in the Age of AI
Ke Jie's Go mastery merges tradition with AI, shaping the modern game. Explore his journey, style & impact on Go's evolution.
On Honinbo Shusaku
Explore the enduring legacy of Honinbo Shusaku, a Go prodigy whose humility and skill continue to inspire players today.
Lee Changho: The Stone Buddha
Lee Changho, the 'Stone Buddha' of Go, dominated the game as the world's strongest player for years.
