The Caro-Kann, Part One
This is a defense for black that tries to protect f7 while preventing black from getting cramped. It starts out: e4 c6 After 2. d4 d5, white has several possibilities: maintain tension...
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French Defense, part one
This is a defense for a strong defensive player, because black will begin the game being in a cramped position. Black will attempt to develop around their cramped position and white will...
King’s Gambit Accepted
Gambits involve sacrificing a piece to secure an advantage. The king's gambit involves starting with e4 and then sacrificing either the white f or d pawns in a future move. In this...
Four Knights: The Rubenstein Defense
This defense makes the four knights defense viable for black! e4 e5 Nf3 Nc6 Nc3 Nf6 Bb5 Nd4 This move by black seemingly sacrifices a pawn, but it allows black to develop...
Four Knight’s Game
The four knights game is an opening that lets both sides develop and contest the center. e4 e5 Nf3 Nc6 Nc3 Nf6 Bb5 Both sides develop their king pawns. White moves the...