Al Pac - The Relentless Chess Adventurer
Known in the chessrealm as Apac1, Al Pac is a player of intriguing contrasts and relentless spirit. With peak rapid ratings peaking at 939 in early 2020, Al’s journey through the 64 squares has been a rollercoaster filled with daring attacks, occasional mishaps, and a heart full of passion for the game.
Performance Highlights
- Peak Ratings: Rapid (939), Blitz (857), Bullet (859), Daily (725) - all reached in 2020, showing a strong early burst of mastery.
- Over 1,800 rapid games played, with a near-even split of victories and losses, plus resilient draws proving his fighting spirit.
- Favorite Opening in rapid? The Saragossa Opening, employed almost 800 times with nearly a 48% win rate. Clearly, Al likes to keep his opponents guessing from the start.
- In blitz, the Scandinavian Defense reigns supreme for him, boasting a win rate over 60% — a tactical playground where Al shines.
Playing Style & Psychology
Al is no quitter — with a low early resignation rate of just 2.2%, and a remarkable 76% comeback rate after setbacks, he’s the epitome of perseverance. Expect long, strategic battles: his games average around 70 moves per win, showing his deep investment until the very end.
True to a warrior's heart, he tilts only moderately (Tilt Factor: 11) and prefers to strike around 3 PM, when his tactical awareness is said to peak.
Recent Adventures
Among his latest triumphs is a dazzling victory against adrian-dacosta in May 2025, clinched with a beautiful, patient mating net—complete with queen maneuvers and relentless pawn pushes culminating in a checkmate.
Losses come too, of course, like a tough battle against johnnyskateshard where Al valiantly fought the French Defense but succumbed in the end, showing that even warriors have off days.
Opponent Relations & Stats
Al has faced a vast crowd across the boards. Some opponents, like adrian-dacosta and mgiffey, never stand a chance (100% win rate), while others like johnnyskateshard and bastflag have been tougher nuts to crack.
Fun Facts & Quirks
- Al’s favorite weapon: the Saragossa Opening, because why not start chess with a little mystery?
- Known for a knack to bounce back when a piece gets lost — winning just over 40% after such misfortune.
- Enjoys to play when the world’s busier hours are winding down (5am and 7am also show high winning tendencies!), possibly fueled by breakfast or strong coffee.
Whether grimly defending or launching audacious strikes, Al Pac is a player who brings excitement, persistence, and a certain endearing unpredictability to every game. For Al, chess is more than a game — it’s a saga.
