Profile Summary: amclintonsean
Meet amclintonsean, a chess player whose journey through the 64 squares resembles a thrilling saga filled with rapid rises, fierce battles, and occasional dramatic defeats — all with a touch of tenacity and a dash of unpredictability.
Starting with a humble blitz rating of 434 in late 2023, amclintonsean has soared to an impressive peak blitz rating of 930 by January 2025. Not one to shy away from fast-paced games, this player’s blitz career boasts over 1,592 games, almost an equal number of wins and losses, and a competitive spirit that refuses to fade. The daily chess adventures tell another story: a peak rating of 1,118 and a knack for steady play, while rapid games reveal a solid 912 peak rating in 2025.
Not all battles end in victory, though. Losing streaks can reach up to nine games, yet amclintonsean’s comeback prowess is exceptional, with a remarkable 75.4% success rate recovering from setbacks. This player handles pressure like a champ, rarely tilting (with a tilt factor at a modest 9), and finds their best rhythm around 2 AM — who needs sleep when you have chess?
When it comes to style, amclintonsean prefers to roll the dice and keep opponents guessing: maintaining a long average game length of about 55 moves, frequently embracing endgames, and opting for early resignation in roughly 7% of matches (because, let's face it, sometimes it’s just not your day!). White pieces offer a slight edge in win rate (52%), while black pieces demand resilience, holding a respectable 45.6% win rate.
Opening Moves & Strategies
The repertoire reads like a suspense novel with 'Top Secret' openings dominating the board — nearly 1,500 games in blitz alone, hovering a competitive win rate near 48%. Amclintonsean also dabbles in classical defenses like the Scandinavian Defense (where unbeaten 100% performances in select variations have been recorded), the Queen’s Gambit Declined, and the Giuoco Piano, proving versatility and a taste for historic chess maneuvers.
Memorable Moments
In the latest dramatic episode — a blitz game in June 2025 — amclintonsean displayed masterful patience and technique, queening a pawn on move 41 to secure a hard-fought victory with the Scandinavian Defense, ultimately winning by opponent resignation. The resolve to push through till the end has become a hallmark of their games.
The Social Arena
Ever the social competitor, amclintonsean faces a mix of opponents ranging from beloved rivals like magellanp and mr-chandrakant to relatively unknown challengers. With targeted triumphs over numerous players who can never quite crack the code, this player’s win rates against certain opponents hit a perfect 100%. Clearly, some fear the name amclintonsean on the board.
In Sum
Whether battling frenetic bullet games or grinding out wins in daily chess, amclintonsean is a blend of calculated strategy and spirited guts. Not yet a grandmaster, but ever climbing, this player’s chess story is all about passion, resilience, and the relentless quest to turn pawns into queens — all while keeping a smile on their face and maybe a mischievous blunder or two up their sleeve.
Watch out! Because on any given day, amclintonsean could be your next toughest match — or your favorite comeback tale.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| nibelungs | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| laam1232 | 0W / 0L / 1D | |
| fettah184 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| amatma2 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| lucaspiliero | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| magellanp | 9W / 4L / 0D | |
| mr-chandrakant | 7W / 0L / 1D | |
| felixmokua | 5W / 2L / 0D | |
| dssablon | 5W / 1L / 0D | |
| trashistan | 3W / 1L / 2D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 798 | 868 | 881 | |
| 2024 | 206 | 916 | 768 | 1013 |
| 2023 | 317 | 556 | 608 | 1091 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 146W / 148L / 13D | 135W / 160L / 11D | 59.6 |
| 2024 | 332W / 266L / 26D | 292W / 311L / 23D | 59.3 |
| 2023 | 216W / 181L / 15D | 184W / 206L / 11D | 53.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 1483 | 708 | 719 | 56 | 47.7% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 9 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 44.4% |
| Philidor Defense | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 37.5% |
| Alekhines Defense Scandinavian Variation | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Main Line | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Italian Game | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Queens Gambit Declined | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 130 | 69 | 60 | 1 | 53.1% |
| Giuoco Piano Game | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 877 | 440 | 400 | 37 | 50.2% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Slav Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Accelerated London System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| French Defense Queens Knight Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 14 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 35.7% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 16 | 1 |
| Losing | 9 | 0 |