Position: What should Black play?

🤩 c6! — Excellent Choice!

✅ One of 2 top moves — you found a winning strategy!

Why this move is excellent: By playing c6, you are prioritizing rapid development and central pressure. The c6 exerts control over the d4 and e5 squares, preparing to castle queenside and launch a powerful counter-attack against White's uncoordinated pieces.

⚖️ Multiple Valid Strategies

Different paths, same destination: Both moves capitalize on White's lag in development. c6 is a flexible, classical approach that builds a solid foundation for the middlegame. In contrast, b4+ is more immediate and tactical, forcing White to decide how to defend their e1 right away. Both keep the advantage firmly in Black's hands.

📈 Your Continuation

After c6: g2 b4+ d2 xd2+ xd2

🧠 What Made This Move Good

You correctly saw: That White's king is still in the center and their kingside is airy. By developing the c6, you increase the pressure on the center and prepare to bring your heavy pieces into the game. You didn't get distracted by passive moves like f6, instead choosing to keep the initiative.

📚 Takeaway: In positions with multiple good moves, trust your style—whether you prefer the steady pressure of development or the immediate disruption of a check, both paths lead to a great position here!