On an 8×12 board, distance is a currency as real as coins. This article explores **archer lines:
geometry of fire**, with practical lines you can use immediately. **Line-Of-Sight Traps** — Practice
it to internalize timing windows. If a lane is clogged, look for a diagonal archer line within two
steps. **Pinning Formations** — Leverage it when you’re ahead on actions. End turns with initiative
rather than mere advancement. **Diagonal Picks** — Leverage it when you’re ahead on actions. Items
are punctuation—don’t overuse exclamation points. **Orthogonal Lanes** — Leverage it when you’re
ahead on actions. Consider the exchange rate between actions and coins; a minted +5 rarely beats a
tempo capture. Draft a short opening book for yourself—and revise it often. Remember, tempo is a
resource—spend it where pressure multiplies. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure
multiplies. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure multiplies. Remember, tempo is a
resource—spend it where pressure multiplies. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure
multiplies. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure multiplies. Remember, tempo is a
resource—spend it where pressure multiplies.