Hippopotamus Defense
The Hippopotamus Defense (ECO B00) is a chess opening that begins 1. e4 Nh6.
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The main line
The Hippopotamus Defense is reached by 1. e4 Nh6 (ECO B00). It's one of 2 named lines under this opening in the book.
Named variations (0)
Analyze the Hippopotamus Defense
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