This was the opening that kept me from being slaughtered in the first half dozen moves. It was Build Your Castle, then Survey The Land. A very feudal mise en place.
You know it Alan! I actually really like that description of the opening - we are just building a castle, minding our own business. After that, we can start to survey what on earth is going on with the rest of the board.
We only need to adjust the move order but not the moves themselves. This is great. So much easier to remember. We need not fear the French, the Pirc, the Caro Kann, the Sicilian, nor the Alekhine. That is such a relief.
@jonshive5482 If you just use the KIA as white, you can add the KIA and an anti scandinavian opening, as your only 2 white openings. Then the KID against everything as black or even the KID and Caro Kann. Just 2 for each, white and black isn't hard. Against the scandinavian I don't even watch theory, I just develop and thank them for the lead in development and always crush them. My best game against a scandinavian was forced checkmate on move 11
Again a cristal clear video and very entainternning opeing, thx a lot Solomon i'll give another try ( tried last yaer but not very seriously cause Zukertort virus lol), perfect explanations really ^^ Greeting from France
What I have learned so far is it's a d4 opening and I still have my hands full with e4 openings. But I need to know it as blackso I play it QGD style rather than Slav style. Yep, it's a long game, usually even until move 10. Then the tactics really begin. And it's pretty nuts for both sides.
More good stuff. Wouldja believe I've been playing KIA for decades but never considered moving the Queen to e1 to avoid that blasted Bishop pin from g4? Instead I'd play c3 then move Her Majesty Q-side and often as not out of play. Qe1 also makes sense 'cuz it allows a faster f4 with the Rook behind it instead of on e1. Wish I'd been a more attentive student of this game but of course it takes lotsa time and real-life issues interfere. Anyway thanks for another great viddy. Cheers and good luck!
I’ve watched a handful of videos on this opening and this was the best. Concise and informative explanation and easy to understand strategic advancement. Thank you!
What's up Michael! Thanks for subscribing man I appreciate it, and I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the video! Are there any other chess openings you'd want to see on the channel?
Hey Oscar! Thanks for subscribing, I am super glad to hear you are enjoying the content! More on the way. Also, if you ever have any chess openings you'd like to see covered or any chess related questions just let me know! My favorite part of having a channel is getting to talk chess with people so I'm here if you need anything :)
Thank you Paul! Appreciate you! I love hearing from subscribers and the openings they want to see, as that's what inspires 90%+ of my videos. If you have anything you'd want to see, let me know!
Hey Yuu! So ya there's the Vienna Game and the Vienna Gambit, these are two very different things, although the name is very misleading. Let me share the link for the Vienna Game, zero pressure, but you can check it out if you want! ruclips.net/video/i14Vseie0XI/видео.html
Totally! I think I shared the Vienna Game link, but I'll share both here just so that you can compare the difference between the two. Vienna Game - ruclips.net/video/i14Vseie0XI/видео.html Vienna Gambit - ruclips.net/video/HQdXlw5JQjU/видео.html
Hey thanks for the great video. Any way maybe in the future you could show what to do when they castle opposite? I've noticed this is a recurring thing whenever I play this opening
That's spot on Nikhil, a hard opening to play against no matter what but especially when you haven't prepared for it or know the common themes, strategies, and ideas!
Good to know! Ya I've seen this opening quite a bit, but it's not overly popular or anything. I would probably say the King's Indian Defense is played more than the King's Indian Attack.
@@TheChessGiant I've looked at it and it's pretty insane! I've played it a few dozen times and it really can get very crazy and exciting by move 10! Sharp tactics. On both sides. Plus, I have watched plenty of your hippo videos and I can see the similarity between this and the hippo in that both sides don't try to launch an early attack... But it's a d4 opening and I'm pretty heavily invested in e4. But as always, when I learn a new opening, I learn it for both sides so I'm alot more prepared when I'm black. This might be a good stepping stone before trying the hippo all out. It may help with unraveling the mysteries of the hippo!
Can you send me where exactly in the video you're talking about? And when played right, white has a very solid game here. GMs have played it for decades.
I learned the KIA for playing with black... but never considered it for white. Interesting. Usually white I go with Ponziani which seems to cause people a fair amount of problems. But I may give this a go for white. Cheers!
Hey Alex! Ya it never hurts to give something new a try, and it sounds like you already have a good amount of experience in those KIA type positions. Although I will say I am big on the Ponziani and have had a ton of fun with it. But ya mixing things up sometimes is always fun and good for overall improvement.
Dayum! I always thought KID was more of a solid structure with hopes of making the enemy over extend and capitalize that but man have you changed my mind. I just have one question. Is the playing system same when I have the black piece or are they different?
Hey Alamgir, thank you for the kind words! Yes, it is the same! Black is down a tempo with the King's Indian Defense compared to the King's Indian Attack, but that's really all that changes. A very aggressive chess opening for black to say the least! If you want, we made a video that covers a game between Boris Gelfand and Hikaru Nakamura. It shows just how dangerous this opening can be. Zero pressure to watch, but if you do, I'll leave the link right here. ruclips.net/video/09kHVAS0JLQ/видео.html
Very straight forward and good explanation on KIA, lots of input. Many thanks. I am an E4 player (rating 1980 to 2080), in the middle of adding KIA as my additional weapon against French and maybe petroff or carokann. Look forward to seeing your continuation discussion on KIA mabe against carokann or petroff.
What's up Henry! Glad you enjoyed the video man, I am an e4 player as well although lately I have been messing with some stuff. Totally, what videos on the KIA would you specifically want to see? Just against certain setups?
@@henrysuryanaga5924 Sweet! Looking forward to making more King's Indian Attack content and just more chess openings in general! Do you find that the Pirc Defense is a good opening for KIA players? We are about to release a long series on the Pirc as well
@@TheChessGiant thank you. I believe Pirc Defense will be interesting, because i use quasi Pirc Defense, using 1... d6 as black playing against 1.d4. Look forward to seeing the video. Thanks Sir.
@@henrysuryanaga5924 You got it Henry! And ya 1. ...d6 against d4 is an option that many players (even many Pirc players) aren't aware of! It's a great option!
Hey Ruddell would you mind covering the Danish Gambit? I think Its very strong for Beginner and Intermediate, but the problem is Idk what to do after they decline it? That's why I'm unable to use the Gambit even tho It being so broken and Thanks for the KIA opening Its one of my Fav, still trying to learn on how to use the Formation to Its fullest
@@James-Cook Wanna talk about that then? Well e4 e5, d4 d5 you both have central pieces now They can either develop or trade pieces If they take my pawn e5xd4 then the Gambit will keep on going but if they play d5xe5 then I can just play London or if they develop then I'll also do the same or I'll just start sacking some pieces in my own way to get some quick development while my Opp is busy eating my pieces
@@YuuXVI I mean... There are few defences which give total equality to black after 3 moves, and avoiding all the complication, maibe computers prefer to accept the pawns but in this case you give white what he wants: the initiative! With 3d5 stockfish says 0.00 but psychologically black is for choice
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This was the opening that kept me from being slaughtered in the first half dozen moves. It was Build Your Castle, then Survey The Land. A very feudal mise en place.
You know it Alan! I actually really like that description of the opening - we are just building a castle, minding our own business. After that, we can start to survey what on earth is going on with the rest of the board.
That's a neat way to put it. I think I'm going to start looking at the KIA for when I play white
Very clear and concise! There’s a ton to study in this video alone. Thank you very much.
Hey Bill! Glad you liked it brotha, thanks for the kind words too man. Wishing you a good week!
The idea expressed at 6:00 just made my chess life so much easier. Just music to my ears. Thanks heaps Solomon.
We only need to adjust the move order but not the moves themselves. This is great. So much easier to remember. We need not fear the French, the Pirc, the Caro Kann, the Sicilian, nor the Alekhine. That is such a relief.
Exactly right!
Glad to hear you found it helpful Prakasa!
OK but if Black plays the Scandi with 1...d5? A real PITA. Which is why I always start with 1.Nf3. One less opening to worry about.
@jonshive5482 If you just use the KIA as white, you can add the KIA and an anti scandinavian opening, as your only 2 white openings. Then the KID against everything as black or even the KID and Caro Kann. Just 2 for each, white and black isn't hard. Against the scandinavian I don't even watch theory, I just develop and thank them for the lead in development and always crush them. My best game against a scandinavian was forced checkmate on move 11
Again a cristal clear video and very entainternning opeing, thx a lot Solomon i'll give another try ( tried last yaer but not very seriously cause Zukertort virus lol), perfect explanations really ^^ Greeting from France
Thank you Lionel! Let me know how it goes!
I have just implemented this opening and here you are with a video about it, amazing!
That's great timing! I'm glad that you enjoyed it. There's more on the way, let me know if there's anything you'd want to see covered!
What I have learned so far is it's a d4 opening and I still have my hands full with e4 openings. But I need to know it as blackso I play it QGD style rather than Slav style. Yep, it's a long game, usually even until move 10. Then the tactics really begin. And it's pretty nuts for both sides.
Chess is a hard game, and the tension only continues to build with systems like this one!
Thanks for sharing king's indian attack .Keep up the great work.I will try it out.
You got it Edmund! Let me know how it goes!
More good stuff. Wouldja believe I've been playing KIA for decades but never considered moving the Queen to e1 to avoid that blasted Bishop pin from g4? Instead I'd play c3 then move Her Majesty Q-side and often as not out of play. Qe1 also makes sense 'cuz it allows a faster f4 with the Rook behind it instead of on e1. Wish I'd been a more attentive student of this game but of course it takes lotsa time and real-life issues interfere. Anyway thanks for another great viddy. Cheers and good luck!
Thanks for the thoughts and I'm glad you enjoyed the vid! Chess on.
To the point. Thanks a ton!
You're welcome!
I’ve watched a handful of videos on this opening and this was the best.
Concise and informative explanation and easy to understand strategic advancement.
Thank you!
Very clear and well done intro to this opening! Definitely kept it going and made it easy to follow along - thanks, im subscribed
What's up Michael! Thanks for subscribing man I appreciate it, and I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the video! Are there any other chess openings you'd want to see on the channel?
@@TheChessGiant , if you could include the pirc defense I would love to see that.
Totally! Great chess opening for black!
Hey Michael! Here is the Pirc Defense which you suggested - drops Tuesday! Hope you've been well my guy. ruclips.net/video/tX6Ym8AFplU/видео.html
Super nice video ! I'm trying to learn this one as well ! thanks a lot :)
No problem Axel! Glad to help.
Glad i found this channel. Very nice explanation on ideas and variations, makes me wanna play chess!
Hey Oscar! Thanks for subscribing, I am super glad to hear you are enjoying the content! More on the way. Also, if you ever have any chess openings you'd like to see covered or any chess related questions just let me know! My favorite part of having a channel is getting to talk chess with people so I'm here if you need anything :)
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@@oscarstorm4694 I am too! My username is thechessgiantyoutube - what is yours?
@@TheChessGiant My username is something as nerdy as "zygotedelux" :)
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Thank you.
You are missing an explanation for the line with locked advanced pawns in the center
Can you send me a timestamp? Thanks!
Great channel and very good content, thanx! Glad I found it!
Thank you Paul! Appreciate you! I love hearing from subscribers and the openings they want to see, as that's what inspires 90%+ of my videos. If you have anything you'd want to see, let me know!
I like it. It’s a lot like your variation of the Vienna Game.
I don't see it at all like Vienna Gambit Idk where you got that idea but I respect your opinion and can you Tell me How?
Totally! Very similar setups from white
Hey Yuu! So ya there's the Vienna Game and the Vienna Gambit, these are two very different things, although the name is very misleading. Let me share the link for the Vienna Game, zero pressure, but you can check it out if you want!
ruclips.net/video/i14Vseie0XI/видео.html
@@TheChessGiant Never knew they were was gonna diff things thanks for the Info mIght try that opening now
Totally! I think I shared the Vienna Game link, but I'll share both here just so that you can compare the difference between the two.
Vienna Game - ruclips.net/video/i14Vseie0XI/видео.html
Vienna Gambit - ruclips.net/video/HQdXlw5JQjU/видео.html
So educational, thank you
Glad it was helpful! More on the way!
Very instructive video, one of the best regarding KIA, tnx.
Thank you!
Hey thanks for the great video. Any way maybe in the future you could show what to do when they castle opposite? I've noticed this is a recurring thing whenever I play this opening
I need to understand this enough to not get my butt kicked anymore when I play it. There needs to be more "what to play, when" type videos.
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Hey can you teach us how to do the “Grow past 5’7 opening”?
Ok we need to actually make this a thing!
Please make a video on Catalan Opening for white side
I'll add that to the list! Thank you for the chess opening recommendation!
great job, very well spelled out.
Can we have a speed run for both KIA and KID ??
This is a great idea! I will make this happen!
This opening scores really well at the intermediate level
That's spot on Nikhil, a hard opening to play against no matter what but especially when you haven't prepared for it or know the common themes, strategies, and ideas!
Great video
Thanks brotha! The King's Indian Attack is just great.
thanks im ready for our inter agency chess tournament
You got it it. Let me know how it goes Rey!
super explanation! i Never got the meaning of the KIA until i saw this.
Never really looked at this opening before. If gets a good winrate in the database!
Good to know! Ya I've seen this opening quite a bit, but it's not overly popular or anything. I would probably say the King's Indian Defense is played more than the King's Indian Attack.
@@TheChessGiant I've looked at it and it's pretty insane! I've played it a few dozen times and it really can get very crazy and exciting by move 10! Sharp tactics. On both sides. Plus, I have watched plenty of your hippo videos and I can see the similarity between this and the hippo in that both sides don't try to launch an early attack... But it's a d4 opening and I'm pretty heavily invested in e4. But as always, when I learn a new opening, I learn it for both sides so I'm alot more prepared when I'm black. This might be a good stepping stone before trying the hippo all out. It may help with unraveling the mysteries of the hippo!
I think black would easily blow the set up off. Why would black go pawn A4? Instead of pressing the queen?
Can you send me where exactly in the video you're talking about? And when played right, white has a very solid game here. GMs have played it for decades.
My favorite opening for white
Great choice! I love how you get your setup and don't mind too much what the opening responds with (most of the time) in the first 6-7 moves.
I learned the KIA for playing with black... but never considered it for white. Interesting. Usually white I go with Ponziani which seems to cause people a fair amount of problems. But I may give this a go for white. Cheers!
Hey Alex! Ya it never hurts to give something new a try, and it sounds like you already have a good amount of experience in those KIA type positions. Although I will say I am big on the Ponziani and have had a ton of fun with it. But ya mixing things up sometimes is always fun and good for overall improvement.
Thanks man 😊
You got it brotha! 👍🏽
Cool one
Thank you! I'm glad that you enjoyed it.
Nice video! KIA and KID vs Hippo for a universal opening? Which do you think would be better to focus on?
I'm gonna go with the Hippo all the way! But, I think we both know I'm a little biased as I like the Hippo so much.
Dayum! I always thought KID was more of a solid structure with hopes of making the enemy over extend and capitalize that but man have you changed my mind. I just have one question. Is the playing system same when I have the black piece or are they different?
Hey Alamgir, thank you for the kind words! Yes, it is the same! Black is down a tempo with the King's Indian Defense compared to the King's Indian Attack, but that's really all that changes. A very aggressive chess opening for black to say the least! If you want, we made a video that covers a game between Boris Gelfand and Hikaru Nakamura. It shows just how dangerous this opening can be. Zero pressure to watch, but if you do, I'll leave the link right here.
ruclips.net/video/09kHVAS0JLQ/видео.html
Love the way you explain it, thanks!
Thank you!!!
1...c5, 2...d6, 3...e5 IS solide
Solid setup from black right there!
I've figured out KIA does not work when the opponent plays 1.d4 after 1.nf3.
Do you mean 1. ...d5? And why not?
@@TheChessGiant yeh, if they play 2. e5 and 3. e6 they can gain tempi and space by kicking your knight out
Very straight forward and good explanation on KIA, lots of input. Many thanks. I am an E4 player (rating 1980 to 2080), in the middle of adding KIA as my additional weapon against French and maybe petroff or carokann. Look forward to seeing your continuation discussion on KIA mabe against carokann or petroff.
What's up Henry! Glad you enjoyed the video man, I am an e4 player as well although lately I have been messing with some stuff. Totally, what videos on the KIA would you specifically want to see? Just against certain setups?
@@TheChessGiant thank you Master. Any video from you is great. Thank you Sir.
@@henrysuryanaga5924 Sweet! Looking forward to making more King's Indian Attack content and just more chess openings in general! Do you find that the Pirc Defense is a good opening for KIA players? We are about to release a long series on the Pirc as well
@@TheChessGiant thank you. I believe Pirc Defense will be interesting, because i use quasi Pirc Defense, using 1... d6 as black playing against 1.d4. Look forward to seeing the video. Thanks Sir.
@@henrysuryanaga5924 You got it Henry! And ya 1. ...d6 against d4 is an option that many players (even many Pirc players) aren't aware of! It's a great option!
how about one on the english opening
He made one already.
Hey Aaryan, here it is!
ruclips.net/video/SdJqa9sWwg8/видео.html
what if he replies with 1...e5
great video by the way... the guy I play the most plays this against me a lot
Thank you Dwight! Maybe I should also make a video about my favorite setup for black against it...
@@TheChessGiant please do. It has become very popular and my friend is getting better and better. He is younger as well so eventually I will fall.
Noted! Maybe I can make a top 5 setups against the King's Indian Attack video, that way subscribers can pick whichever fits their style best.
Hey Ruddell would you mind covering the Danish Gambit? I think Its very strong for Beginner and Intermediate, but the problem is Idk what to do after they decline it? That's why I'm unable to use the Gambit even tho It being so broken and Thanks for the KIA opening Its one of my Fav, still trying to learn on how to use the Formation to Its fullest
If black plays d5 you are simply worse in the Danish gambit
@@James-Cook Wanna talk about that then? Well e4 e5, d4 d5 you both have central pieces now They can either develop or trade pieces If they take my pawn e5xd4 then the Gambit will keep on going but if they play d5xe5 then I can just play London or if they develop then I'll also do the same or I'll just start sacking some pieces in my own way to get some quick development while my Opp is busy eating my pieces
@@YuuXVI not d5 right away, 1e4 e5 2d4 exd4 3 c3 d5 and I pick black in this position
@@James-Cook Isn't that just a Lazy Move?
@@YuuXVI I mean... There are few defences which give total equality to black after 3 moves, and avoiding all the complication, maibe computers prefer to accept the pawns but in this case you give white what he wants: the initiative! With 3d5 stockfish says 0.00 but psychologically black is for choice
I like it because mikhael tal played this kia opening
Tal went crazy with the King's Indian Attack! You see Mikhail play 1. Nf3, you might as well just walk away lol
I would like it more if you show your video too at the side while explaining if youre comfortable with it🙂
This is a great idea, and we are currently working on that! I'm just weird and want it to be super high quality with a nice background haha. I look forward to the day we can make a face reveal happen.
Why does this guy look like a high T Tim Pool
nah.
i was the 68th like... darnit