ECO code: A08
Opening Name: Reti Opening: King's Indian Attack setup, 2...c5, 3.Bg2 Nc6 4.O-O e6 5.d3 Nge7
Moves: 1. Nf3 d5 2. g3 c5 3. Bg2 Nc6 4. O-O e6 5. d3 Nge7
Description: This variation of the Reti Opening features a flexible setup by White, combining the hypermodern approach of controlling the center with pieces rather than pawns. White fianchettoes the kingside bishop to g2 and castles early, preparing for a solid and resilient position. Black challenges the center immediately with ...d5 and ...c5, aiming to contest the center and develop actively.
Characteristic: The key characteristic of this line is its emphasis on piece control and flexibility. White delays direct central pawn confrontation, opting instead for a solid setup that supports eventual central advances. Black’s moves ...c5 and ...e6 solidify control over the dark squares and prepare for potential central tension.
Attacking or Defensive: As White, this setup is generally positional and flexible, leaning towards a strategic buildup rather than immediate attack. It allows White to adapt depending on Black’s responses. Black, by contesting the center early and developing actively, takes a more assertive stance, aiming to challenge White’s setup and gain counterplay.
Center Control: While White does not occupy the center with pawns early on, the opening aims to control the center dynamically with pieces. Black, on the other hand, directly contests the center with pawns on d5 and c5. This leads to a balanced fight over central influence, with White’s hypermodern strategy contrasting Black’s classical central presence.
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.