Van Geet Opening: Napoleon Attack
ECO A00
Move order
1. Nc3 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4
Ideas
ECO A covers irregular and flank openings—systems that skip the main e4/d4 fight early. White develops the queen's knight while leaving central pawn breaks open. 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.