Owen Defense: Unicorn Variation

ECO B00

Move order

1. e4 f6 2. d4 b6 3. c4 Bb7

Owen Defense: Unicorn Variation (B00)abcdefgh12345678

Ideas

ECO B covers semi-open games after 1. e4 where Black does not reply …e5. White stakes a claim in the center and opens lines for the bishop and queen. The variation is defined by a short, recognizable move order. Use the diagram and SAN list to recognize the tabiya, then try the line against Maia to explore typical plans in practice.

Play this opening against Maia