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You build territory by surrounding it with your stones. |
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| Black has used 16 stones to surround nine points of territory. | |
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You can use the edge of the board and the corner to build territory. |
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| Using nine stones, Black has built 16 points of territory. | |
| Black has used
the sides of the board and the corner to
help him surround territory. The players make moves alternately, so you should try to surround territory with as few stones as possible. Making skilful use of the sides and the corner is the most efficient way to build territory. |
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| The edges of the board and the corner are a precipice. | |