Pros
1. Rapid Center Pressure: loss of timeBlack immediately challenges White's central dominance.
2. Open Play: loss of timeThe Scandinavian Defense allows for rapid development of pieces.
3. Surprise effect: It's not as common as some other openings, so it can catch opponents off guard.
Cons
1. Queen's Early Exit: Black's queen enters the game early, it can become a target for White's pieces, potentially losing time.
2. White can often gain a lead development, which can give them an advantage..