Ciolacu, Alessia-Mihaela vs. Simkunaite, Gabija - European University Women 1-0

In the game between Ciolacu, Alessia-Mihaela (playing White) and Simkunaite, Gabija (playing Black) at the European University Women event on July 10, 2024, Black played the move Nc8. This move can be described as a retreat after capturing a piece. It misses an opportunity to exert pressure on White's position. It disregards a chance to pose a more threatening move. The move reveals a piece that had been previously blocked. It does not capitalize on an optimal opportunity to create an attacking threat. Nc8 allows White the possibility to force the piece back. It also neglects the chance to escape from a potential attack. However, this move does contribute to the development of Black's knight for more active participation in the game.