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Classical Dragon

Sicilian Defense

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Sicilian Defense

Classical Dragon

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You grab space in the center and open lines for your bishop and queen.

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Claim the center and offer the d-pawn to open lines for your pieces.
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They answer from the side with the c-pawn and take your d-pawn.
Idea
Watch d4, the key square both sides fight over.