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Strong Groups
Keywords: Opening, Strategy
Consider the difference between these simple 4-4 joseki.
Here two frameworks appear. After 3 Black has good invasion points at a or b. In the centre White can aim to play c, Black at d or even e.
Alternatively White can play this way. Black has some kikashi to play (f, and the better g). But no invasion. On the other hand the exchange of 3 and 4 means White has no chance to invade the corner.
If White's intention is to strive for the focal plays such as c, then it makes more sense to play the first way. This is a copy of the living page "Strong Groups" at Sensei's Library. ![]() |