Sodium Attack: Celadon Variation

ECO A00

Move order

1. Na3 e5 2. d3 Bxa3 3. bxa3 d5 4. e3 c5 5. Rb1

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Ideas

ECO A covers irregular and flank openings—systems that skip the main e4/d4 fight early. The sequence begins with 1. Na3 e5 2. d3 Bxa3. This entry tracks a longer branch in the opening tree. 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