Chess Opening Theory/1. d4/1...d6

Queen's pawn opening C41 Queen's pawn opening 1...d6 As with many of Black's off-beat 1st move alternatives, this move does not hold independent status as it usually transposes into other mainstream openings. It is certainly not a bad move on Black's part, but it does allow White to transpose into the Pirc or Modern defence by playing 2. e4, so Black must enjoy playing these defences or should shy from this move. White's options are many. Here are the three most popular: 2. e4, Pirc or Modern transposition. 2. c4, allowing 2... e5! Otherwise, heading for various queen's pawn games (e.g. King's Indian defence). 2. Nf3, keeping the options open while controlling the e5 square. Theory table 1. d4 d6 2 3 4 5 6 e4... See 1. e4 d6 2. d4 = c4e5 Nf3e4 Ng5f5 Nc3c6 Nh3Nf6 = Wade Defence Nf3Bg4 c4Nd7 e4Bxf3 Qxf3g6 Nc3Bg7 = References External links 365Chess. 1. d4 d6 chessgames. 1. d4 d6 fi:Shakkiaapinen/Peli/1. d4/1...d6