04 Oct 07
Originally posted by magnublmWhy not just stick with 1.d4 e6? It will often be answered with 2.e4, and you're right back where you wanted to be against the e4 players.
I have my defense of choice for 1.e4: the French: 1.e4 e6, but I haven't really decided on a favorite defense for 1.d4. Suggestions?
04 Oct 07
Originally posted by leisurelyslothyeah, that does happen more often than i think it should when i respond 1.d4 e6. tempting.
Why not just stick with 1.d4 e6? It will often be answered with 2.e4, and you're right back where you wanted to be against the e4 players.
i'm thinking about learning the slav, since it "works" against 1.d4 and 1.c4.
06 Oct 07
Originally posted by Dutch Defense18. Rb3 looks better for white
Here's a Dutch Defense game: Game 3941339 Stonewall variation
06 Oct 07
Originally posted by rubberjaw30I was merely stating that your opponent could transpose, so you have to be booked up on both Slav and Caro-Kann theory to play c6 versus 1.c4.
yes, but the Caro-Kann is only the greaqtest thing ever, so why are you putting a negative spin on that scenario?
06 Oct 07
Originally posted by leisurelyslothFor me, since I opened with 1.d4, I play 2.c4 in response to 1. ...e6, since I'm looking for a QP opening. Seems like 1. ...e6 gives white too many options for the game.
Why not just stick with 1.d4 e6? It will often be answered with 2.e4, and you're right back where you wanted to be against the e4 players.