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UndeservedGrace
UndeservedGrace
Dec 12, 2019
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#21
gf3 wrote:

openings don't matter

not hanging pieces matters

 

I've certainly done my fair share of hanging pieces. 

UndeservedGrace
UndeservedGrace
Dec 12, 2019
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#22
Ashvapathi wrote:

Beginner Chess (upto 1200) =

15% opening + 40% speed + 40% tactics + 2% endgame + 3% strategy.

 

Intermediate Chess (1200 - 1800)  =

30% opening + 30% speed + 30% tactics + 5% endgame + 5% strategy.

 

Advanced Chess (1800 - 2400) =

30% opening + 25% speed + 25% tactics + 10% endgame + 10% strategy.

 

Professional Chess (2400+) =

30% opening + 15% speed + 15% tactics + 20% endgame + 20% strategy.

 

Note: Speed means executing moves without blunders (dropping material).

 

This is an interesting breakdown.  Is this anecdotal or an actual statistically significant sample of games at these various levels?

kindaspongey
kindaspongey
Dec 12, 2019
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#23

It might be of interest to look at the table of contents of A COMPLETE CHESS COURSE by Antonio Gude: "... 3 Openings and Basic Principles 33 ... 4 Putting Your Pieces to Work 52 ... 5 Strategy and Tactics 76 ... 6 Endgame Play and Further Openings 106 … 7 Combinations and Tactical Themes 128 ... 8 Attacking Play 163 ... 9 Your First Opening Repertoire 194 …"
http://www.gambitbooks.com/pdfs/A_Complete_Chess_Course.pdf

Ashvapathi
Ashvapathi
Dec 12, 2019
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#24
UndeservedGrace wrote:
Ashvapathi wrote:

Beginner Chess (upto 1200) =

15% opening + 40% speed + 40% tactics + 2% endgame + 3% strategy.

 

Intermediate Chess (1200 - 1800)  =

30% opening + 30% speed + 30% tactics + 5% endgame + 5% strategy.

 

Advanced Chess (1800 - 2400) =

30% opening + 25% speed + 25% tactics + 10% endgame + 10% strategy.

 

Professional Chess (2400+) =

30% opening + 15% speed + 15% tactics + 20% endgame + 20% strategy.

 

Note: Speed means executing moves without blunders (dropping material).

 

This is an interesting breakdown.  Is this anecdotal or an actual statistically significant sample of games at these various levels?

 

Anecdotal.

nighteyes1234
nighteyes1234
Dec 12, 2019
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#25
UndeservedGrace wrote:

So if I was to study, would it be better to study something like this:
https://www.chessable.com/smithys-opening-fundamentals/course/21302/

There is a book for dummies and there is a book that is educational. Which book should I buy?

Now say you a teacher....do you buy the book for dummies for your class, or a proper book?

 

 

 

IMKeto
IMKeto
Closed: Inactive
Dec 12, 2019
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#26
UndeservedGrace wrote:
I've heard the party line that someone of my skill should not study openings but it seems if I can make it through the first 10 moves without catastrophe, I have a pretty good chance of winning - except for when I blunder a piece. The openings totally stress me out. I am constantly in fear that I'm going to get smoked. Any thoughts?

Depends on what you mean by "studying openings"

If by studying you mean how titled players study?  Then no.

If by studying you mean, gain some understanding of pawn structure, and piece placement? Then yes.

kindaspongey
kindaspongey
Dec 12, 2019
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#27

"... If the book contains illustrative games, it is worth playing these over first ..." - GM John Nunn (2006)

Many 21st century opening books are largely collections of games, explained for the near-beginner.

Coach_Kashchei
Coach_Kashchei
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Dec 12, 2019
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#28

Every chess stage is important. But on beginner level you shouldn't learn opening. Under 1500 or so you can play openings based on basic chess principles very-very decently.

nighteyes1234
nighteyes1234
Dec 12, 2019
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#29
ghost_of_pushwood wrote:

I would of course buy the proper book for dummies!

I just happen to have a Christmas sale going on. Chess for puppets.

Includes the South Beach plan ....order now and receive a K Pop song as well as a Tony Robbins ad!

 

 

 

IMKeto
IMKeto
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Dec 12, 2019
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#30
nighteyes1234 wrote:
ghost_of_pushwood wrote:

I would of course buy the proper book for dummies!

I just happen to have a Christmas sale going on. Chess for puppets.

Includes the South Beach plan ....order now and receive a K Pop song as well as a Tony Robbins ad!

 

 

 

I asked for Betty Davis eyes, but got Tony Robbins teeth.

OldPatzerMike
OldPatzerMike
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Dec 12, 2019
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#31
IMBacon wrote:
nighteyes1234 wrote:
ghost_of_pushwood wrote:

I would of course buy the proper book for dummies!

I just happen to have a Christmas sale going on. Chess for puppets.

Includes the South Beach plan ....order now and receive a K Pop song as well as a Tony Robbins ad!

 

 

 

I asked for Betty Davis eyes, but got Tony Robbins teeth.

Don’t feel bad. I got Snoopy ears.

IMKeto
IMKeto
Closed: Inactive
Dec 12, 2019
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#32
OldPatzerMike wrote:
IMBacon wrote:
nighteyes1234 wrote:
ghost_of_pushwood wrote:

I would of course buy the proper book for dummies!

I just happen to have a Christmas sale going on. Chess for puppets.

Includes the South Beach plan ....order now and receive a K Pop song as well as a Tony Robbins ad!

 

 

 

I asked for Betty Davis eyes, but got Tony Robbins teeth.

Don’t feel bad. I got Snoopy ears.

At least you didnt get snoop dog eyes.

kindaspongey
kindaspongey
Dec 12, 2019
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#33

"... If you want to play competitively, then you must develop an opening repertoire. ..." - GM Patrick Wolff (1997)