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Ruy Lopez

12 variations · 1 practice set

The Ruy Lopez, also called the Spanish Opening, begins with 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5. White develops the bishop against the knight that protects Black’s e5 pawn, then builds central pressure while securing the king. This repertoire keeps the bishop against the Morphy Defense and uses a supported center against the Berlin. Other branches show how to adapt when Black changes the central structure or develops differently.

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12 variations · Start at the bottom and follow the branches upward.

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Ruy Lopez: 12 variations One starting position at the bottom. White and black dots show the side that played each move. Branches join when they reach the same position.

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