B08

Pirc Defense: Classical Variation

1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. Nf3

The Pirc Defense: Classical Variation is a chess opening classified under ECO code B08. It is reached after the moves 1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. Nf3.

It belongs to the Pirc Defense family — one of many ways the line can branch. Understanding the parent system’s plans is the fastest way to play this variation well.

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