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BlackBeginner
Philidor Defense
Family: Philidor
ECO: C41
1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 — old-school solid defense. Cramped but hard to break, especially via the Hanham Variation.
Beginner
8
Aggro
4
Solid
7
Trap
5
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BlackBeginner
Scandinavian Defense
Family: Scandinavian
ECO: B01
1.e4 d5 — challenge the e4 pawn immediately. Easy to learn, tough to play against if your opponent isn't prepared.
Beginner
9
Aggro
6
Solid
7
Trap
4