English Opening

Play as White • Repeat until it's automatic

Closed System

Black mirrors White's fianchetto setup with ...g6 and ...Bg7, leading to a closed, symmetrical position reminiscent of a King's Indian with reversed colours. Both sides manoeuvre patiently, with the central tension preserved while pieces are developed to optimal squares. A deeply strategic line that rewards understanding over memorisation.

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You (White)

Your move - play White's next move

ProgressMove 1 of 6

Move Sequence

1.c4e5

2.Nc3Nc6

3.g3g6

4.Bg2Bg7

5.e3Nf6

6.Nge2O-O

Current lineClosed System

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