Chess Opening Theory/1. e4/1...d5/2. d3
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Position in Forsyth-Edwards Notation (FEN)
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Moves: 1. e4 d5 2. d3 |
2. d3
[edit | edit source]2. d3 is a timid reply, usually played only for surprise value or by beginners. After dxe4 3.dxe4 4.Qxd1+ 4.Kxd1, white can't castle anymore. It doesn't put any pressure on black, either. This is never seen in master play.
Theory table
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- 1. e4 d5 2. d3
References
[edit | edit source]1. e4
2. Nf3
2. Other
1... other
1. d4
2. other
2. c4
With 2...e6:
With 2...g6:
With other 2nd moves for Black:
With 2...g6:
With other 2nd moves for Black:
2. Nf3
2. other
1... other
Flank
Unorthodox