You are at the beginning.

This is the initial starting position for all standard chess games. There is not a lot going on here yet, but that's because you or your opponent haven't made a move yet! You should get on that sooner than later. But before you go, here are a few goals that you want to achieve in the opening. You will want to develop pieces to the center of the board (no 1. h3 nonsense), you will want to keep your pieces protected (please don't hang your queen in 2 moves), your pieces having importance in the current position even if they are attacked (that means your rooks too), and getting your king to safety (keep your castling rights if possible). You do not need to do everything on this list in order to have succeeded in your opening, but these are main guidelines. A good way to start yourself on the right track is by playing 1. e4 to 1) take central space and maintain an early lead by restricting your opponent, and 2) helps give pieces value and can develop the queen and bishop (and king) as well as both of your knights. 1. d4 is also a fine opening idea, as well as 1. c4 and 1. Nc3, all being trickier to play than 1. e4. We are here to help you with any opening you are uncertain about and improve your knowledge on it. 1. b3 and 1. g3 are not recommended for beginners, as they are a modern type opening. Choose your continuation below to get started with this game.

Continuations for White:

1. e4

1. d4

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