Awesome. This site is great already and with the addition of cool new stuff it can only get better. Thanks!!!

 

this will be done :)

Erik, listen to the man- I think it is a fine idea and it would most certainly benefit my game. 

Not only as a training tool. There have been innumerable thematic tournaments that explored particular openings and even specific sub-variations with combatants alternating colors.

As a training tool this would be a good idea. I am new to taking chess seriously and am focusing alot of energy to openings as they set the stage for the feel of the game. Running through games that have already been played is not as effective as actually playing through one or seeing how it affects endgame play.

Great analysis of why it wouldn't be a good idea rich. I think that your in depth reflections have added a lot to this little chat. However, I know quite a few experts, masters and some GM's who use chessbase in this very fashion. It was an idea that came up in a discussion with them. They say it's a good idea and they use it as a training tool. So I think it would be good for me too.

But, it is hard to argue with your point. I'm not sure which of the six words to start debating in your one liner.

No thats not a good idea.

But the other player can change his/her mind. I think it would also be a good training tool. Also, you could test unfamiliar openings for fun.

Just create a game and name it "Sicilion Opening Only," or whatever opening you want.