To fianchetto is to develop a bishop on one of the long diagonals, at b2/g2 (for white) or b7/g7 (for black).
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Did Indian systems really have fianchettos?
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The Indian Defences by g6 coupled with d6, or b6 coupled with e6, were
largely taught to European players by the example of Moheschunder and
other Indians, to whom the ...
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How can I play Colle System against Kingside Fianchetto?
I enjoy the Colle System as white, because it often leads to a strong Kingside attack for white without exposing my own King to significant danger.
However, when my opponent castles behind a ...
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Learning the hypermodern style
Which openings and middle game tactics are highly used when a player utilizes a hypermodern style of gameplay? What particular tactics are most effective when playing hypermodern?
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Why is it a good idea to fianchetto above the castled King? If I do that, should I make sure to leave the Bishop there for a while to guard the hole?
I understand why fianchettoing can be helpful, even deadly to an opponent, but should it really be done on the side which the King castles into? I realize that the King's Indian Defense/Attack ...
