DOMINATE as Black with the Caro-Kann

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The Caro-Kann Defense is a chess opening for black. It allows beginners, intermediate and advanced chess players in any Elo to dominate the opening as black. Use to to improve at chess and win more games. In my opinion, this is the best opening for black. Subscribe right now!

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Dude that example game in the end is so helpful to understand the strategy, thanks

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Everybody should watch the example game at least

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Bro this is legit the best and most straightforward explanation of this opening. Please do this for other openings as well

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wait till you realise thats what his other videos are about, although he only covers aggresive oppenings and no defenses other than this caro kann, i think you should take a look at the other videos because they are entertaining

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I whatched other videos on caro-kann and this was the best (even beter than Gotham)

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[@wrongfooting]

Who else explains openings like this? Missions for pieces is fantastic, I've hardly ever seen openings explained like this. This is teaching for the average player which is brilliant

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this is how a chess learning video should be. simple and straightforward. This video style is perfect for learning an opening with simple variations

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I use this type of video to improve my teaching, so I can teach my friends who just started playing

[@QuiescentCookie]

1:00 - advance variation 3:15 - exchange variation 4:32 - defended variation 5:30 - example game

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I've been playing the Caro Kann for months now and this helped me understand it a lot better than studying content that apparently wasn't going into my head properly. Explaining not only what to do, but why to do it, made it so much easier. Once again proving yourself the best short form chess content creator on the platform (and to quote Summer Heights High, SORRY BEN)

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*laughs in fantasy variation*

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You're a legendary chess tutor! What I really like about your videos is you show all the possible starting moves whereas other chess channels will only show one possibility and expect your opponent to do exactly like how they show it.

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I really like how you break down the strategy in terms of the goals for individual pieces. It makes the entire strategy more digestible by putting it into smaller bites.

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[@velsetheverlormember]

Advanced variation: 1:20 ----Play pawn to c4 -If they take or defend play nc6 -----If they defend the e pawn with the knight pin it with the bishop -If they pin your knight kick it and wait for them to trade or kick it again -If they kick your bishop take the knight and take the e pawn -----Push the e pawn and attack the c pawn -If they defend it go ne7 and the nf5 attacking the bishop Exchange variation: 3:20 -They can play any move and as long as they take its the exchange -----Get both knights out, play bishop f5 or g4 and play pawn e7, develop the other bishop -----If they play c4 then defend it with the knight Classical variation: 4:53 -----Both of you take and attack the knight with the bishop

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I really enjoyed your video and got a lot out of it. Thanks so much!

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This is some of the best chess content I’ve seen. Other content creators don’t breakdown the “game plans” for pieces like this. Definitely subbing and excited to see what else is to come!

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I love the way that you provide missions for the individual pieces. It’s really helpful and learning openings on your channel is so much easier than a Gotham course.

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@@Yaro_xHes not “better than Gotham lmao. Gotham is a master chess player and makes thousands of funny-in depth book videos-even videos stuyding grandmasters and makes video with GRANDMASTER HIKARU-The Worlds #2 chess player by community’s vote. This channel is awesome no argument there-but stating this channel is “better than gotham” is factually wrong. You may enjoy this chanel more-that is perceptionally diffrent

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The best Caro-Kann video I have ever seen! You are so talented in explaining and video editing. And you are absolutely right. I am not young and handsome anymore, but I got the brains, thanks to you.

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[@Redskies453]

This was excellent. I've been studying and playing the CK for a couple of weeks, but this is the clearest and most practical explanation I've seen.

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I'm so impressed how straight forward and concise your lessons are. Very helpful. Please make more!

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I love that you explain the goals of the pieces and positions. Us lower level players don’t need to remember a bunch of moves. Just tells us our goals and we’ll (try to) figure it out

[@kilian1570]

This is the first channel where I can really understand the tactics of the openings. Congrats and keep it going!

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I love the straightforwardness. No skipping over common variations, no over-complicating things, just straight to the point and easy to understand. Amazing job, coach.

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This is probably one of the best Caro kann video you can findd. Short, precise and so much valuable info. I was recently trying to find a way to counter the advanced variation and this video did a very great job!

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I've been getting back into chess after about 10 years away from the game. And so I've been checking out tons of content. Lots of Magnus playing blitz which is great, but hasn't really helped me much. THIS is the exact type of thing I've been looking for. Great job of explaining the positions and the theory behind them while being succinct. If I could afford to join I would do so, but I'm subscribing fs and looking forward to more like this. Thank you this was awesome!!!

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Thanks for keeping this less than 10 mins and not making it into 8 parts and each vid being over 30 mins. Sometimes, less is more and its def easier and more effective for a lot of people to learn this way

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Best video i've seen explaining the opening, thank you so much. I love that you go into the strategy or the opening and why it's good. Literally nobody else i've seen does this.

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You make the best chess videos in my opinion. And no an unnecessary talk just straight into it with a great sense of humor, I love it. Thank you!!!

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this is one hell of a way to break down openings and examples, the editing is on point too, not too much stuff but also highlighting the key pieces that play the biggest role in the opening. really made it easy to digest, thank you so much.

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I BEG you, do one with King’s Indian Defence, your videos explain opening concepts perfectly whilst being fun to watch. Keep it up!

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game changer and eye opener for me. THANKYOU!! Definitely a KEEPER. Worth every second.

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Clearest opening explanation ever, hope you can make more in this style with other openings! Thank you !

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[@Eric_The_Cleric]

I really like your use of describing the individual missions of pieces as it breaks down so well what the opening is trying to do without forcing folks to memorize lines. If you memorize a line but have no idea what the pieces are doing when they're moved and why theyre moved to one square over another, what is the point of learning the opening? You're bound to get dunked by someone who knows what they and you are doing and how to counter you. You earned a subscriber, it'd be awesome to get a breakdown of other openings as well, maybe something as common as the Queen's Gambit or the London. Again, I know the moves but why they're made still eludes me a bit.

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This dude is a legend...i saw Gotham chess's video,he said what to do. You said why to do these moves.

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Man, I really needed a video like this, with memes and humour, not boring videos of openings. Thank you... Really

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You should do one on the Old Benoni. It is surprising how many players fall into the trap.

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A very compelling argument for the Caro-Kann, and also very funny. Kudos, this is great!

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This video is so good. No wonder you're gaining lots of traction. Your videos are helpful. It's that simple. I like that ending move. He pushes the pawn to force your hand but you counter with an offensive of your own. EPIC

[@Talos4444]

At 5.04, if someone is interested, there is another move recently more "modern", so instead of moving bishop they do kf6. I believe it is called the Tartakover Variation, in which you get double pawns but for more dynamic situation, and it's used mostly recently in 2000+ elo but also for beginner is interesting. In this variation i believe you should never change the white bishop, but my knowdledge stops at that 😅

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the knight's notation is N, so it's Nf6 rather than Kf6. the K is for the king.

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Awesome. I remember you said to use the Caro-Kann in one of your earlier videos. I tried it for like 30+ games and I sucked. lol. But I played it a lot, so it should be easy to remember this opening pretty easily!

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I started playing chess again (only played as an 8 year old more than 25 years ago) and this is my main gameplan with black. Started with 250 ELO on late september and, now, a month and a week later, I just breached 800, which makes me incredibly happy. Thanks man, you're the best.

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Just learn the kings Indian defense as well and you're good most of the time

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[@Tocinos]

In the realm of chess, a dance unfolds, Where strategy weaves and stories are told. Amidst the pieces, black and white clash, A battle of minds, in pursuit of a smash. In this grand arena, a defense takes form, Caro Kann, a fortress, resilient and warm. Black's choice, steadfast and bold, To weather the storm, a tale to be told. The pawns advance, a wall to create, Guarding the king, securing its fate. The Caro Kann, a fortress of might, Its foundations strong, a beacon of light. E4 is met with C6's stance, A pawn structure laid, a formidable chance. Center control, a gambit denied, Black's position solid, it cannot be defied. The knight emerges, a graceful stride, Eager to dance, where tactics collide. White's forces gather, plotting their plans, But black stands firm, resolute, it withstands. The bishop awakens, eyes piercing the board, Aiming for weakness, where it struck its chord. But Caro Kann, unwavering, defends its ground, Trading blows with white, in a battle profound. With each move, the tension unfurls, Mind games played, like unforgiving whirls. Both sides calculate, a war of attrition, Seeking an advantage, a strategic admission. And as the game progresses, a tale unfolds, Of Caro Kann's endurance, its story untold. Black's king finds solace, behind pawns' embrace, Protected and shielded, a sanctuary in space. But caution, dear black, for white persists, Seeking an opening, where victory exists. Tactics and maneuvers, the battlefield roars, Yet Caro Kann stands tall, through trials and wars. Oh, Caro Kann, defender so true, A symphony of moves, a masterpiece to view. In the realm of chess, your name will resound, A testament to resilience, forever renowned. So let us celebrate this defense so fine, Caro Kann, a champion's design.

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best and most concise video on the Caro-Kann yet. And I've seen a few.

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One of the best initial caro kann videos out there. I have one addition: to play the classical variation it's not that complex if you go to the Tartakower. It makes a solid defense and keeps the main style of the opening

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Very Straightforward Explanation. Nice One 👍

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describing the mission of each piece was very helpful

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