Larry Evans - International Master Extraordinaire
Meet Larry Evans, a formidable International Master recognized by FIDE, who has been duking it out on the chessboard with remarkable tenacity and a sprinkling of wizardry. Known in the chess realms as 1scaramouche1, Larry’s long journey through the ranks reads like a thrilling saga of pawns, bishops, and the occasional knight’s antics.
Career Highlights & Rating Rollercoaster
Larry’s peak ratings paint a picture of a player who knows how to keep both calm and aggressive under pressure. With a highest bullet rating soaring to an impressive 2420 in January 2025, a blitz peak of 2401 in mid-2020, and a rapid rating hitting 2400 shortly before summer 2025, Larry clearly has mastered every tempo from lightning-fast blazes to rapid-fire bursts.
Not one to shy away from tough competition, Larry boasts a phenomenal win rate exceeding 60% in bullet and blitz games, and an even spicier 69% win rate in rapid formats. And yes, the bullet win rate of nearly 63% suggests that Larry can turn chaos into checkmate quicker than you can say "en passant."
Playing Style: The Tactical Maestro
Endgames? Larry eats those for breakfast, with a high endgame frequency hovering around 54%. His average moves per win (>56 moves!) suggest he is a patient strategist who enjoys squeezing value out of every position. Beware: Larry has a comeback rate north of 75%, so giving up on a game against him is a risky business.
White pieces are his playground, holding a handsome win ratio of nearly 66% with them. Against the black pieces, he still manages a formidable 60%. Early resignations are rare here (just ~4%), proving that Larry fights till the very last move—even if the queen is off dancing on the sidelines.
Most Played Opponents & Friendships of the Board
Friends or foes, Larry has rubbed elbows with thammushetty (64 games), cerebral (61 games), and johnnytawas58 (59 games) most frequently. He’s known to flip the script on opponents with surprising comebacks and tactical skirmishes. And if you ever face eduardoalekhine, watch out—Larry’s got their number with a perfect record.
Recent Triumph: The Sicilian Showdown
Larry's latest win was a masterpiece of positional play and tactical firepower against fireatash, concluding with a checkmate after a gritty 70-move battle. The game featured the Sicilian Defense Nyezhmetdinov Rossolimo Attack—an opening known to mix calm development with sudden sharpness. The grand finale? A knight’s final flourish, Nf7#, sealing the deal and making Larry’s opponents think twice before messing with this veteran.
Fun Facts & Chess Quirks
- Longest Winning Streak: 58 games. When Larry’s in the zone, the chessboard becomes a one-man show.
- Rated vs Casual: Larry fares almost 30% better in rated games—meaning he thrives when the stakes are high but probably also enjoys watching the occasional cat video between rounds.
- Best Time to Play: 10 AM—early birds catch the bishops!
- Tilt Factor: 11 — yes, even chess heroes have their "oops" moments, but don’t expect Larry to stay down for long.
In Summary
Larry Evans is a chess warrior with decades of experience, a sharp tactical mind, and a penchant for thrilling endgames that keep spectators on the edge of their seats. Whether blitzing out moves faster than a caffeinated rook or slowly dismantling defenses in rapid or bullet, Larry’s presence assures a game full of excitement and strategic depth. So, if you encounter 1scaramouche1 at the board, prepare for a fight and maybe a few laughs—because chess with Larry is never just a game; it’s an adventure.