Monday, July 17, 2023

Ruy Lopez (Spanish) Schliemann Defence (Jaenisch Gambit) C63 - Opening Theory

 Exploring the Schliemann Defense in the Ruy Lopez

The Schliemann Defense, also known as the Jaenisch Gambit, presents an intriguing challenge for both White and Black. Despite its name, it's not a true gambit in the traditional sense. With the knight on c6, capturing on e5 doesn't lead to a straightforward pawn grab for White. Instead, White must navigate the complexities that arise from Black's aggressive play.

In response to 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 f5, White has options like 4. Nc3, the Berger Variation, or 4. d3, the Safe Variation.

These moves aim to maintain control while preparing to exploit weaknesses in Black's position. Black, on the other hand, typically aims to recapture on e4 with ...fxe4, leading to dynamic play.

Chess resources offer a wealth of analysis, instructional content, and games to delve deeper into this fascinating opening. From video lessons dissecting strategic nuances to traps and tactical insights, the Schliemann Defense promises rich exploration for players seeking dynamic and aggressive options against the Ruy Lopez.

Bishop's Bounty Ruy Lopez Main Page

 Schliemann Defence WikiBook Page


Schliemann Defense Chess Articles

 Chess Opening Basics: The Jaenisch Gambit - Short Chessable Blog Article on this Opening.
Jaenisch Gambit – A Complete Guide for Black - Chessarticle.com - FM Nikhil


Schliemann LiChess Studies

Some variations on the Schliemann - 6 Chapter Study (180 Hearts)
Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense/Jaenisch - 6 Chapter Study
Schliemann Defense - 6 Chapter Study


Game Databases

 365Chess.com

C63: Ruy Lopez, Schliemann defence 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 f5 - 6379 Games

Chessgames.com

Ruy Lopez, Schliemann Defense (C63) 1 e4 e5 2 Nf3 Nc6 3 Bb5 f5 - 2600 Games


Chess Tempo

Spanish Game, Schliemann Defense (C63) - 3400 Games


Schliemann Defense Chess Video Lessons

 Schliemann Gambit: An opening overview - 7 Video Playlist - The Pawnslayer


𝐉𝐚𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐡 𝐀𝐊𝐀 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐧 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭 - 𝐑𝐮𝐲-𝐋𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐳 (𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡) - 7 Video Playlist - LevonFisch (2.5 hrs Video Total)
(LevonFisch brings you the latest edition of the five-part course that GM Sam Shankland introduced eight years ago. In the last two lessons, these principles are examined in more depth and several points of importance for both White and Black are discussed.)


CRUSH e4 with this Black GAMBIT! - 26 min - GothamChess - IM Levy Rozman

The Schliemann Gambit Part 1 Introduction! Chess Videos Chesscom - 20 Min - GM Melik Khachiyan
The Schliemann Gambit Part 2 Dealing with Prep! Chess Videos Chesscom - 23 min
The Schliemann Gambit Part 3 Bonus Review! Chess Videos Chesscom - 21 Min

SECRET WEAPON Against Ruy Lopez (Jaenisch Gambit) - 44 Min

This Gambit? A Surprise Weapon Against Unprepared Players! (EMPIRE CHESS) - 15 Min - Gm Sam Shankland
The Janisch Gambit - GM Leonid Kritz (EMPIRE CHESS) - 15 Min - GM Leonid Kritz
AlphaZero Schliemann Defence novelties for White and Black. AlphaZero Opening Novelties #2 - 18 Min - GM Mathew Sadler

Schlielman Defense Chess Traps


Exotic Trap in the Most Aggressive Gambit vs The Ruy Lopez - 9 Min - IM Eric Rosen

Spanish Schliemann Jaenisch - The Schliemann Demon Trap (trap no. 148) - 3 Min


Schlielman Defense Game Videos (w/Analysis)


Holy Gambit Grail #3: Jaenisch Gambit - 9 Min - Johnathan Schrantz

Challenging Game with the Jaenisch Gambit | Lichess Livestream | IM Andrey Ostrovskiy  

Shocking tactic in Jaenisch Gambit | 12 move chess miniature - 10 Min - Chess Viking

AI Generated watercolor Image in the style of John Singer Sargent of the Schlielman Defense Chess Position

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