Quentin Kieffer (Als0o) - The Chess Journeyman with a Tactical Flair
Meet Quentin Kieffer, better known on the digital battlefield as Als0o, a rapidly evolving chess player whose rating rollercoaster would make even the most seasoned thrill-seeker dizzy. Quentin’s journey through the ranks is the stuff of legends... or at least, of very determined casual weekends!
Rating & Style Highlights
- Peak Rapid Rating: 674 (May 2025) - climbing steadily with a notable affinity for the French Defense and Queen's Pawn Opening.
- Peak Blitz Rating: 1045 (May 2021) - blitz battles where speed meets chaos, and Quentin often shows flashes of brilliance.
- Favorite Openings: Has a curious love affair with the French Defense variations, winning almost 65% of his rapid games there, proving he’s not afraid to wade into strategic trenches.
- Playing Style: About 47% win rate with White and 48% with Black, meaning he’s equally comfortable playing from both sides - a true chess ambidextrous! Tactical awareness shines with an impressive 72% comeback rate after setbacks, showing exceptional resilience and the heart of a fighter.
Career Tale & Quirks
Quentin’s chess story is peppered with dramatic swings—long winning streaks of 9 games and a few losing streaks that made fans shake their heads in disbelief (longest losing skid of 11 games!). His games often last a decent 50+ moves, and he doesn’t shy away from battles that stretch the brain’s endurance.
Ever the tactician, Quentin boasts a checkmate happy approach, finishing quite a few games by delivering the killer blow rather than sneaking in quiet resignations. Yet, he’s not above early resignations, clocking a nearly 7% early quit rate when the going gets tough—a humble reminder that even digital warriors know when to fold 'em.
Recent Highs & Memorable Games
In late May 2025, Quentin dazzled the chess.com community with a stunning series of checkmating finishes, including a masterful victory in a French Defense Advance Variation battle, wrapping up the game in just 34 moves with ruthless precision. His knack for mating nets also showed in wins against LacrosseBall and Anikkk05, proving he can close out games like a seasoned pro.
And yes, the losses sting sometimes—like a recent encounter against Anirudha1729 where a swift checkmate ended his run. But staying true to his resilient nature, Quentin bounces back, ready to tangle on the 64 squares once more.
Fun Facts & Trivia
- Best time to catch Quentin playing? Around 8 AM, when his win rate soars above 60% — early bird gets the bishop!
- He’s surprisingly strong on Sundays, boasting a 55%+ win rate — maybe Sunday brunch fuels his chess genius?
- Psychologically, Quentin's tilt factor is a modest 11%, showing that while losses frustrate, he’s mostly unshaken and ready for the next challenge.
Quentin Kieffer (aka Als0o) might not be a household name in the grandmaster circles just yet, but with his tactical persistence, varied openings, and an impressive comeback spirit, he's a chess personality worth watching. Expect more thrilling games, unexpected victories, and yes — possibly a few epic blunders that make chess fun to watch!
