Pawns, the humble foot soldiers of the chessboard, take center stage during end game chess, as their advancement and potential to transform into powerful pieces can determine the outcome of the game. Central to endgame success is the concept of pawn promotion, where a pawn reaches the eighth rank and can be exchanged for a more influential piece, often the queen. Another piece that typically becomes more involved is the king, which can act as a "super pawn", because it can move in every direction. However, it is important to note that while your king may fill the role of an offensive piece during end game, king safety is still the number 1 priority!