10 Nov 06
Originally posted by sjegMaking the king move pre castle. Pawns are dispensable in the opening. Development is more important.
On priorities, what's worth more, + and make the king move pre-castel, or a pawn?
I already learnt my lesson the hard way :'( so I think I will know what to choose in future.
10 Nov 06
Originally posted by RahimKPawns are dispensable if you obtain a strategic advantage for them. In the opening a developmental advantage is a strategic advantage but don't give up pawns for nothing as in the end game that extra pawn could be decisive.
Making the king move pre castle. Pawns are dispensable in the opening. Development is more important.