ECO code: B07
Pirc Defense: 4.Be3, 150 Attack
The 150 Attack is a popular setup against the Pirc Defense, characterized by White's early development of the bishop to e3 and the queen to d2, aiming for a solid and aggressive kingside stance. The moves proceed as: 1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. Be3 Bg7 5. Qd2.
Characteristic: The move 4.Be3 is designed to support a potential f3 and g4 pawn push, preparing for a strong kingside attack. The queen move to d2 often signals White's intention to castle queenside and launch a pawn storm against Black's kingside.
Attacking or Defensive: When playing White, this line is firmly attacking, focusing on rapid development and kingside aggression. Black, by contrast, adopts a more flexible and somewhat defensive stance, aiming to counterattack later.
Center Control: White maintains a strong presence in the center with pawns on e4 and d4, reinforcing central control while preparing for an attack. Black contests the center more indirectly, relying on piece pressure and counterplay.
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.
Practice puzzles and train your tactics with real positions from games that used the Pirc: 4.Be3, 150 Attack, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 2 - Move #9 white