Arturs Bernotas FM

Arturs Bernotas - FIDE Master Extraordinaire

Known in the chess realm as Ar4uha, Arturs Bernotas holds the esteemed title of FIDE Master, a badge that signals serious skill, strategic prowess, and a penchant for racking up wins faster than you can say "checkmate."

Rating & Performance

Since bursting onto the online blitz scene in 2015 with a rating hovering around the 2400 mark, Arturs has demonstrated a remarkable consistency and growth streak, climbing steadily to a peak blitz rating of 2744 as recently as late 2024. This isn’t just anyone who blitzes through opponents; this is someone who has logged thousands of games — over 7,400 blitz games alone — with a strong win rate north of 55%. In bullet, rapid, and classical formats, Arturs has also displayed notable strength, with peak bullet ratings nearing 2700 and rapid ratings exceeding 2450, confirming the ability to adapt and dominate various time controls.

Playing Style & Signature Moves

Arturs is a player who loves to end games thoroughly — boasting an impressive endgame frequency of 77%, and an average game lasting nearly 78 moves when victorious. Chess for Ar4uha isn’t sprinting through pawns; it’s the marathon of outthinking the opponent, patiently crafting victory through meticulous calculation and tricky tactics. The comeback rate of over 83% suggests a tenacious spirit who simply refuses to quit once down a piece — a true embodiment of resilience. White pieces bring a slightly better surprise factor with nearly 58% wins, but don’t be fooled, Black is equally dangerous with a 53% win rate.

Psychology and Preparation

With a moderate tilt factor of 12 (because even the best can have a bad day), Arturs' best chess moves often come at 8 AM — perhaps fueled by coffee, dawn's creativity, or just a quiet house ready for mental warfare. The willingness to resign early at times (7.24% resignation rate) also shows a practical mindset, saving energy and focusing on the next battle rather than clinging to lost causes.

Favorite Openings & Killer Instincts

Arturs' opening repertoire is shrouded in intrigue and mystery — delightfully categorized as "Top Secret" for an overwhelming majority of games. However, known benchmarks include solid performances with the Caro-Kann Defense Exchange Variation and the Giuoco Piano. Consistency and unpredictability form a deadly combo for opponents unlucky enough to cross paths with Ar4uha.

Recent Action

In one of the most recent duels, Arturs (aka Ar4uha) clinched a checkmate victory on May 25th, 2025, dispatching the opponent with a well-honed Caro-Kann Defense. Embedded in the win was a tasteful ballet of knights, bishops, and rooks culminating in a swift and unrelenting checkmate that left spectators (and the unlucky player on the other side) in awe.

Not Just Numbers

Behind the data and ratings, Arturs Bernotas is a chess enthusiast who mixes precision with persistence, playfulness with pragmatism. With thousands of battles fought and many still ahead, this FIDE Master continues to prove that the game of kings is alive and kicking—especially when played with flair, confidence, and a dash of humor.

Ready to see a grandmaster in action? Watch out — Ar4uha might just outsmart you next!