Instead of the high-theory battles of 1. e4 or 1. d4, this repertoire recommends the .

Pawns on d4, e3, c3. Push e3→e4 only when Black’s pieces are gone from the center.

For those looking for a complete guide in PDF or book form, you can find at Gambit Publications or Amazon . An Idiot-Proof Chess Opening Repertoire - Burgess - Scribd

: Avoiding "trap" openings that only work if the opponent blunders. A sound repertoire is reliable even at higher levels.

In this article, we are going to build that repertoire for you. We will deconstruct what makes an opening "safe," provide you with a complete White and Black repertoire, and explain how you can organize this into a PDF study guide to revolutionize your game.