Player Profile: apdgn
Meet apdgn, a chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is as colorful as their opening repertoire, which they've mysteriously dubbed "Top Secret". With a peak blitz rating of 815 (reached valiantly in October 2023) and a rapid pinnacle at 1376 earlier that same year, apdgn has shown flashes of brilliance peppered with healthy doses of learning moments.
Known for a fearless playing style, apdgn tends to dive into the heat of the battle, with an impressive comeback rate of nearly 80% — a true phoenix rising from the ashes after losing a piece. But beware: the tilt factor of 20 means even the grandest warriors have their off days (or tilt bouts).
More often found in blitz games, apdgn has played over 2,100 blitz games under their "Top Secret" opening, with a close-to-even win rate of 49.58%. Their bullet and rapid numbers tell similar tales of resilience and persistence, showing that whether surrounded by ticking clocks or relaxed time controls, apdgn is ready for action.
Average games move count? Around 55 moves per win, which means they savor every moment of the game, rarely rushing to victory or defeat. They wield the White pieces with a slight edge, winning 51.35% of their White games versus a respectable 46.16% with Black.
Psychologically savvy, apdgn shines brightest at precisely 9 AM, where their win rates reach near perfection, so don't challenge them before their morning coffee! They know how to play below their rating — with a crushing over 70% win rate against lower rated opponents — but when facing better opponents, it's a grind.
Playing Personality & Style
- Early Resignation Rate: A humble 7.13%, showing that apdgn prefers to fight until the bitter end.
- Endgame Specialist: Endgames appear in over half of their games, revealing stamina and strategic patience.
- Tactical Awareness: When in trouble, apdgn’s fabled comebacks keep opponents on their toes, with a nearly 46% win rate after losing a piece.
- Streaks: Longest winning streak is a solid 11 games — not bad for a humble warrior of the board!
Recent Memorable Game
In a recent blitz encounter against bodhirupesh, apdgn dazzled with a quirky opening (starting with 1.f3 and followed by an early royal-explorer move 2.Kf2) that culminated in a beautiful checkmate on move 33 using the Queen. A testament to creative chess and unorthodox strategies!
That game perfectly encapsulates apdgn’s chess philosophy: sometimes, you don’t follow the standard paths — instead, you carve your own. Risky? Absolutely. Fun? Without a doubt.
Fun Fact
Despite all the stats, apdgn’s secret weapon might just be their surprising adherence to The Wrongcloud opening — proving you don’t need conventional methods to checkmate an opponent in style.
In summary, apdgn is your go-to chess player for entertaining, bold games with plenty of surprises, a dab of strategy, and a dash of unpredictable charm.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| diego-83 | 5W / 3L / 1D | View Games |
| mike_tt | 9W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| miozim123 | 7W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| 1123581321lk | 3W / 3L / 2D | View Games |
| nandabharath | 2W / 5L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 403 | 748 | 812 | |
| 2023 | 428 | 564 | 827 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 554W / 489L / 20D | 496W / 537L / 16D | 56.6 |
| 2023 | 299W / 288L / 11D | 273W / 341L / 3D | 52.5 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 2156 | 1069 | 1055 | 32 | 49.6% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 790 | 372 | 406 | 12 | 47.1% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 381 | 181 | 194 | 6 | 47.5% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 11 | 2 |
| Losing | 20 | 0 |