The Dragon Variation

GPTKB entity

Statements (63)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:chess_match
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Liaden_Universe
gptkbp:can_lead_to sharp tactical battles
complex endgames
imbalanced material
gptkbp:has_variants the Classical Variation
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Dragon Variation
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:Grandmasters
gptkbp:is_analyzed_in chess literature
chess magazines
computer chess engines
chess coaches
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:the_Sicilian_Dragon
gptkbp:is_characterized_by the moves 1.e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 3.d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 g6
gptkbp:is_considered a double-edged opening
gptkbp:is_countered_by the Anti-Dragon Variation
gptkbp:is_discussed_in chess forums
chess podcasts
gptkbp:is_featured_in chess tournaments
chess documentaries
gptkbp:is_known_for dynamic play
rich tactical themes
tactical complexity
its aggressive nature
sharp counterplay
high stakes and risks
rich history in chess.
sharp lines and traps
gptkbp:is_often_used_in young players
aggressive players
tournament play
online chess platforms
intermediate players
online chess tournaments
the fianchetto of the bishop
rapid chess games
the main line of the Sicilian Defense
gptkbp:is_part_of modern chess repertoire
the Open Sicilian
gptkbp:is_played_by gptkb:World_Chess_Championships
the early 20th century
many top-level players
gptkbp:is_popular_in attacking players
club players
many grandmasters
blitz games
tactical players
club tournaments
youth chess players
players seeking counterplay
players looking for an aggressive opening
gptkbp:key Sicilian Defense strategy
Sicilian Defense theory
gptkbp:named_after the Dragon formation of pawns
the resemblance to a dragon's tail
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Sicilian_Defense
gptkbp:played_for the Yugoslav Attack
gptkbp:skills theory and tactics
gptkbp:subject many chess books
many chess videos
gptkbp:was_a_response_to 1.e4
1.e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 3.d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 g6