"Deviating from the popular English (c6), this line chooses Be7. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move activates the Bishop."
The move Be7 signals the English: Lukin, 5.Ng5 Be7, guiding the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: As the position develops, the priority becomes to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion. Plans should focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..
Structure: The board features a Locked Center. With a draw rate of 37%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +0.31.
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