Originally posted by Santa DrummerI'm a patzer myself, so you may wish to discount everything I say.
Well I was wondering if its a good idea to be able to play e4 and d4. I only play d4 just now but am going to start playing e4 aswell. It lets you play both sides of openings and obviously get more knowledge. what you think?
I will play 1.e4 exclusively for months on end, then 1.d4 for months more. I've also played 1.c4 as my first choice for a period of several years, and I often play 1.Nf3.
Lots of folks claim that you need a solid repertoire, playing openings that you understand well. I prefer a diversified and ever changing repertoire.
In other words, I suspect your approach is wise.
iam also a d4 player now....
and still hunger to learn new openings for d4 and e4.
am tired playing using e4 the kings gambit...
i think its better to you to master first a d4 opening before you start learning new opening for e4...
always study new opening to be a better player but make it slowly to more effectve learner.....
just play it heartedly and enjoy while learning....🙂
GodbLESS