Chess Opening Theory/1. e4/1...e5/2. Nf3/2...Nc6/3. Nc3/3...Nf6/4. d4
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Position in Forsyth-Edwards Notation (FEN)
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Moves: 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. d4 |
Scotch Four Knights Game
[edit | edit source]The Scotch Variation of the Four Knights has a repertoire of being aggressive & unusual. Some point out that it is unsound, but some exclaim it as a natural grab to the center. While still somewhat organic, if Black plays his cards right, he could retain material equality.