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  • 1.e4 d6 2.d4 Nf6 3.Nc3 g6


  • In the Pirc Defense, Black does not immediately fight for the center.
    Instead, Black allows White to build up a strong pawn center (with pawns on e4 and d4) and plans to counterattack it later.
    By fianchettoing the dark-squared bishop with g6 and Bg7, Black places heavy pressure on the center from a distance.
    Typical middlegame themes include attacking the d4 pawn, undermining the center with moves like c5 or e5, and launching kingside counterplay.

  • Key concepts: Hypermodern style, flexible counterattack, patience before striking.