Scandinavian Defense: Richter Variation

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Opening Overview: Scandinavian Defense: Richter Variation

By playing g6, the player enters the Scandinavian Defense: Richter Variation, a system within the Scandinavian Defense complex. Instead of the standard Nxd5, the player opts for g6. It succeeds by accepting a slightly lower evaluation to surprise the opponent. This move prepares to fianchetto the bishop.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

Going forward, the critical task is to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Data analysis shows a 33% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Scandinavian: Richter Variation, Scandinavian: Richter variation

Stockfish Analysis of Scandinavian Defense: Richter Variation:
-0.15 Balanced
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Technical Details for Scandinavian Defense: Richter Variation

  • ECO Code: B01
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 33% / B: 36%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: Scandinavian: Richter Variation, Scandinavian: Richter variation
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