Alban Perdon - The Resilient Chess Challenger
Meet Alban_le_fort, a chess player whose journey resembles a thrilling rollercoaster ride on the 64 squares. Despite the ups and downs, this player never shies away from the challenge.
Rating & Performance
Alban’s rating history tells a tale of persistent battles: rapid chess ratings peaked at 991 in 2024 but later dipped to around 113 in 2025, showing that even the strongest can have their "off" years. Daily chess is Alban’s sanctuary with a steady rating of 1200, while bullet games have proved quite the stormy sea – zero wins out of five losses, turning rapid-fire moves into rapid-fire lessons.
Playing Style & Strategy
Known for an early resignation rate nearing 35%, Alban occasionally prefers to toss in the towel gracefully rather than drag out a lost cause. Still, come endgames, Alban sticks around nearly one-third of the time, showing a stubborn fighting spirit.
Average moves per win hover around 50, suggesting a fondness for deep, thoughtful battles, even if some losses come quicker (averaging 33 moves). White or black pieces, Alban’s win rates are remarkably close: 29.55% with White and 32.93% with Black, demonstrating no favoritism in color, only the chessboard’s fortune.
Tactical Wizardry & Psychological Notes
The comeback rate stands tall at an impressive 49% — Alban is no quitter, ready to fling surprises after losses. After losing a piece? A 100% win rate! (An anomaly or sheer grit? The world wonders.) Although equipped with a tilt factor of 10, our player manages to bounce back smarter and stronger with an admirable 19.6% better win rate in rated matches versus casual ones.
Favorite Openings
- Philidor Defense: Leading with a 57% win rate, proving patience pays off
- King's Pawn Opening: The classic choice, with nearly a 44% win rate across 25 games
- Nimzowitsch Defense: Holding its ground with a solid 50% success rate
Fun Facts & Streaks
Alban’s longest winning streak is 3 games – a brief but sweet reign of triumph. While the current streak rests at zero, every game is a fresh battlefield.
The player’s favored time to play? Early mornings and mid-mornings are quite productive, with a whopping 55.56% win rate around 10 AM. On the flip side, evenings seem less fortunate, with 0% wins at 5 PM and 9 PM.
In Summary
Alban Perdon might not yet be the grandmaster lighting up global chessboards but embodies the true spirit of the game: resilience, constant learning, and humor in the face of defeat. Whether plotting a comeback after a lost piece or bravely resigning to fight another day, Alban’s journey is as entertaining as it is inspiring. Keep an eye on Alban_le_fort — the underdog with a tactical heart and a passion for every move.
