ECO code: A07
Opening Name: Reti: King's Indian Attack (KIA)
Moves: 1. Nf3 d5 2. g3 g6 3. Bg2
FEN: rnbqkbnr/ppp1pp1p/6p1/3p4/8/5NP1/PPPPPPBP/RNBQK2R b KQkq - 1 3
The Reti: King's Indian Attack is characterized by White's flexible, hypermodern setup. Instead of occupying the center immediately with pawns, White focuses on controlling it from a distance with pieces, especially the fianchettoed bishop on g2.
From White's perspective, this opening is primarily positional and strategic, aiming for a solid and flexible stance rather than immediate direct attacks. It can lead to both attacking and defensive plans depending on Black’s responses, but White often prepares for a slow buildup and central or kingside breakthroughs later in the game.
The opening does not directly challenge the center with pawns early on but exerts pressure on it from a distance. White’s setup supports a potential advance in the center or on the kingside, depending on how the game develops.
This opening is defined by the position shown on the board below. The moves displayed are a typical sequence that leads to it, but different sequences can reach the same position and still carry the same opening name.
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