Modern Defense
The Modern is a 'wait-and-give' opening. Black gives White the full center and waits for White to overextend. It is tricky and perfect for players who like offbeat positions.
Key Variations
Mastering the Modern Defense requires understanding these critical lines. Our repertoire includes 1 curated variations designed to give you a solid foundation.
Modern Defense
g6 without Nf6 first.
Why learn this?
- Improve your opening win rate with top engine lines.
- Understand the "Why" behind moves with detailed explanations.
- Memory drills using Spaced Repetition (SRS).
History
A close cousin of the Pirc, often called the Robatsch Defense. It gained traction in the 1960s/70s as players sought to avoid theory.
Play Style
Hyper-flexible. Black plays 1...g6 and fianchettoes the bishop without committing the knight to f6 early. This allows Black to strike at the center with e5, c5, or even d5 later.
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Note
This content is part of the ChessBotBuddies specific repertoire for the Modern Defense. Lines may theoretically differ from other sources but are chosen for practical playability.