150 Attack
Named after the 150 Attack in the Dragon Sicilian, this system features Be3, Qd2, and f3, preparing for 0-0-0 and a devastating kingside attack. White builds a powerful attacking formation.
ECO Code
B07
Difficulty
Advanced
Style
Tactical/Attacking
Key Players
Fischer, Kasparov, Anand
Strategic Ideas for White
- Queenside castling: 0-0-0 to launch a kingside attack
- Pawn storm: h4-h5 and g4-g5 to open lines
- Bishop pair: Be3 and a light-squared bishop for attack
- Central support: f3 supports the e4 pawn and prepares g4
- Quick development: Get pieces into attacking positions rapidly
Black's Defensive Plans
Central Counter
Black creates immediate queenside counterplay while White is still organizing the attack.
Solid Defense
Black completes development and prepares to meet White's attack with careful defense.
Active Pieces
Black develops actively, keeping the queen centralized for both defense and counterplay.
The 150 Attack Concept
The 150 Attack is a transposition of ideas from the Dragon Sicilian. White builds a powerful attacking formation with Be3, Qd2, f3, and 0-0-0, then launches a kingside pawn storm. The f3 pawn supports e4 and prepares g4-g5.
Key Strategic Themes
For White
- Kingside storm: h4-h5 and g4-g5 to open attacking lines
- Piece coordination: Bh6 to trade light-squared bishops
- Central control: Maintain the strong pawn center
- Quick attack: Don't give Black time to organize defense
For Black
- Queenside play: ...b5 and ...a5 for counterattack
- King safety: Keep the castled position secure
- Central breaks: ...e5 or ...c5 to disrupt White's plans
- Piece activity: Develop pieces to active squares
Typical Attacking Plans
The Pawn Storm
White's main attacking idea: advance the kingside pawns to create threats against the king.
Bishop Exchange
Eliminating Black's important defensive bishop often leads to mate threats.
Critical Timing
For White: The attack must be launched quickly before Black organizes counterplay.
For Black: Queenside counterplay with ...b5 must be timed precisely to create maximum distraction.
Modern Theory
The 150 Attack remains one of White's most dangerous weapons against the Pirc. Modern analysis shows that while Black can defend with precise play, the practical problems are enormous. White gets excellent attacking chances with proper timing and execution.
Master the 150 Attack
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