Square g5 — The Bishop Pin & Fried Liver Infiltration
The square White's dark-squared bishop uses to pin Black's f6 knight (Bg5) or knight invades in the Fried Liver Attack (Ng5) aiming at f7.
Square G5
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Archetype: The Infiltrator
Macro-Zone: extended center →
"Pin the knight, pressure the king."
Tactical & Strategic Role
Acts as a launchpad for kingside pins and aggressive f7 sacrifices.
Detailed Guide
g5 is sharp and aggressive. White plays Bg5 to pin Black's f6 knight to the queen, or Ng5 to double-attack f7 in the Fried Liver Attack.
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Frequently Asked Questions (G5)
Why do White bishops move to g5 in the opening?
White moves a bishop to g5 (Bg5) to create an absolute or relative pin on Black's f6 knight, restricting Black's central control and defensive flexibility.