![]() ![]() Generally, the games that stem from e4 lead to more open games with more opening traps. You can find in the master database more than millions of games. It is a very popular opening at all levels of play. Play the following seven moves, in various move orders: d4, Nf3, Bf4, e3, c3, Bd3, Nbd2. e4 King’s Pawn Opening With e4, White controls the central d5-square and gives way to his light-squared bishop on f1. (The first five systems are somewhat similar.) ![]() That is, you get used to "not thinking" about the first seven moves or so.Īll of the following are fine openings that fulfill good opening principles: They fight for control of the center, they aim to develop all your pieces quickly and harmoniously, and they don't forget about king safety. System opening disadvantages: Sometimes not the most aggressive openings. Less memorization of specific move orders, just memorization of the formation you're aiming for. You reach positions that you are comfortable with, and you might know the middlegame plans also. System opening advantages: Saves time on the clock. You memorize a certain piece and pawn formation, and most games, no matter what your opponent does, you can move the pieces to build your formation and complete your development. Usually you don't have to react to what your opponent is doing. If you don't want to invest a lot of time and memorization into openings, then an opening "system" might serve you well.Ī "System" opening, normally for the player with the White pieces, is a series of beginning moves that leads to a certain opening formation. So you have good Opening Principles memorized ("Connect Your Rooks!") and now you want to learn a specific opening for White. Hi all - wrote this article for my middle school chess team, hope it's helpful. ![]()
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