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Beginner10 lines5h
London System
A reliable and flexible system for White. Easy to learn and works against almost any Black setup.
positionalsolidflexible
About This Course
The London System is characterized by the setup 1.d4 followed by Nf3, Bf4, e3, and Bd3. This solid system allows White to reach a comfortable position regardless of Black's response. It's perfect for players who want a reliable opening that doesn't require memorizing tons of theory. You'll learn typical plans, pawn breaks, and how to create attacking chances from a solid foundation.
What You'll Learn
- Master a flexible opening system
- Learn typical pawn breaks (e4, c4, b4)
- Understand when to attack vs. when to play positionally
- Handle various Black setups confidently
Variations Covered
- •Accelerated London System
- •London System vs. King's Indian Setup
- •London System vs. ...d5
- •London System vs. ...c5
Course Details
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Lines
- 10
- Est. Hours
- 5h
- Color
- white
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