The "King's Bishop" is a term used in chess to refer to the bishop that starts on the square next to the king at the beginning of the game. In standard chess notation, this bishop is located on the c1 square for White and the c8 square for Black. It plays a crucial role in controlling the center of the board and can be developed early in the game to support various strategies. In many openings, such as the King's Indian Defense or the Ruy Lopez, the King's Bishop is often moved to more active squares, allowing it to influence the game. Its diagonal movement enables it to target key squares and pieces, making it an essential piece for both offense and defense throughout the match.