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KataGo's Bad-Shape Move in the Left Centre
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Connecting at the left with
Connecting with
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We simplified the ensuing sequence. |
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Black must not play any reduction. After her decision point, White will give atari with |
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Capture Variation: Compared to the superordinate variation, ...
In total, White gained one point. White + 1 => White + 2 |
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Semeai Variation: Compared to the superordinate variation, ...
In total, White lost five points. White + 1 => Black + 4 |

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, instead, would be a grave mistake.
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. Please note that White is fine with capturing the hanezeki's tail with
, providing her with several unbeatable ko-threats in the hanezeki.
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at the lower edge would be also possible, not affecting the outcome of the game.
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at the upper edge; Black will connect with 


