Réti Opening: Anglo-Slav Variation, Torre System

In the Réti Opening: Anglo-Slav Variation, Torre System, white starts with 1.c4. This move aims to control the center while preparing to develop the knight to c3. Additionally, this move aims to restrict black's pawn on d5 and gain space for the white pieces. The move also allows white to potentially transpose into several different openings like the English or the Sicilian Defense. In sum, the move sets the tone for a flexible and dynamic game plan for white.

Black wants to play Nf6 in response to 1.c4 to challenge white's control of the center while developing a knight. The knight on f6 also indirectly defends the pawn on d5, making it harder for white to push e4 and gain more space. Additionally, the knight aims to control the light squares, which can be helpful in the middle and endgame. In sum, the move is a solid and straightforward way to counter white's first move.

White plays g3 to fianchetto the king's bishop and control the long diagonal. This move also prepares to develop the knight on f3 to g2, aiming to control the center and potentially attack black's position. Additionally, the pawn on g3 strengthens the pawn chain and supports the pawn on f4, which can be pushed in certain variations to gain space and attack black's pawns. In sum, g3 is a flexible and useful move that can be played in many different openings, helping white to prepare for a dynamic and aggressive game plan.

In the Réti Opening: Anglo-Slav Variation, Torre System, black wants to play c6 to control the center and prepare to play d5. By advancing the pawn to c6, black aims to restrict white's pawn on d4 and potentially create a space advantage. Additionally, the pawn on c6 supports the pawn on d5, making it harder for white to gain control of the center. The move can also be a useful preparation for developing the knight on c6, which can help control the light squares and put pressure on white's position. In sum, c6 is a solid move that sets the stage for a flexible and strategic game for black.

White wants to play Nf3 after 2.g3 c6 to control the center and develop a piece. The knight on f3 supports the pawn on d4, helping to maintain control of the center and potentially attack black's position. Additionally, the knight aims to control the e5 square, which can be a strong outpost for a white knight. The move also prepares to castle kingside and connect the rooks, promoting a strong and cohesive position. In sum, Nf3 is a solid and flexible move that aims to build a strong overall game for white.

Black wants to play d5 after 3.Nf3 to challenge white's control of the center and open up lines for the pieces. The move also releases the pressure on the pawn on c6, allowing the knight to potentially develop to d7 or even b7. Additionally, d5 can lead to an exchange in the center, potentially creating more space for black's pieces. The pawn can also create opportunities to attack white's position, especially if the white pieces become overextended. In sum, the move is a natural and solid way to counter white's development and challenge for control of the board.

In the Réti Opening: Anglo-Slav Variation, Torre System, white wants to play b3 to develop the bishop to b2 and control the long diagonal. Additionally, the pawn on b3 prepares to support the pawn on c4 and potentially create a pawn chain on the queenside. This move can also be a way to prevent black from exchanging the knight on c3 with their bishop on g4. Furthermore, the bishop on b2 can be an important piece in many variations, aiming to control the center and potentially put pressure on black's position. In sum, b3 is a flexible and useful move that helps white to develop and prepare for a strong and dynamic game plan.

After 4.b3, black wants to play Bg4 to exchange the bishop with white's knight on f3, potentially weakening white's pawn structure. Additionally, the bishop on g4 pins white's knight, potentially creating tactics with a future pawn push to h6, forcing the knight to retreat and creating weaknesses in white's position. The bishop can also put pressure on the potentially weak pawn on b3. Furthermore, the move can be a useful preparation for castling kingside and potentially applying pressure on white's position. In sum, Bg4 is a solid and aggressive move that aims to create potential weaknesses in white's position.