B01 black e4 Curated

Scandinavian Defense

Opening Moves

1. e4 d5

About this Opening

An immediate challenge to the e4 pawn. Simple to learn but requires accurate play.

Learn this Opening

Study the Scandinavian Defense with spaced repetition. Our algorithm schedules reviews at optimal intervals so you never forget the key moves.

Related Openings

A06 Zukertort Opening: Tennison Gambit 1. e4 d5 2. Nf3A06 Zukertort Opening: Tennison Gambit, Brigg's Trap 1. e4 d5 2. Nf3 dxe4 3. Ng5 Nf6 4. Nc3 Bf5 5. Qe2 Qd4A08 King's Indian Attack: Sicilian Variation 1. e4 e6 2. d3 d5 3. Nd2 Nf6 4. Ngf3 c5 5. g3 Nc6 6. Bg2 Be7 7. O-O O-O 8. Re1A43 Benoni Defense: French Benoni 1. e4 e6 2. d4 c5 3. d5A82 Rat Defense: Balogh Defense 1. e4 d6 2. d4 f5B00 Owen's Defense 1. e4 b6