Arad2005

Profile: Arad2005

Meet Arad2005, a fearless chess adventurer navigating the thrilling battlefield of Rapid and Blitz chess with a rollercoaster ride of triumphs and trials. Starting 2024 with a lightning Rapid rating high of 575, Arad2005 knows well how to savor the sweet taste of victory — and also the bittersweet sting of defeat. With a win-loss-draw record of 6-10-1 in Rapid and a Blitz cameo of 0-1, this player’s journey is a testament to perseverance and learning on the fly.

What’s Arad2005’s style? A blend of patience and resilience. Endgames feature prominently in their play — with a hefty 66.7% of games reaching the critical final phase, proving they’re not one to shy away from the battlefield's toughest moments. When victory does come, it tends to linger longer (average 56 moves), while losses often stretch into lengthy battles (averaging 74 moves before conceding). Early surrender? Never heard of it — zero early resignations here.

Opening choices are a curious cocktail — from the reliable Van t Kruijs Opening, boasting a respectable 67% win rate in Rapid games, to fearless dives into the Philidor Defense, Englund Gambit, and even the Van Geet Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation, each yielding perfect win records. Clearly, Arad2005 isn’t afraid to experiment — or to keep opponents guessing.

Not all battles end well, of course. The longest losing streak stands at a daunting six, a challenge met with admirable tenacity. And when down a piece, the comeback rate sits at a respectable 50%, showing a fighting spirit few can match. Tilt factor is just 6 — yes, that’s how many moments they might spend talking to the chessboard after a rough loss. Hey, even champions get a little grumpy.

Timing is everything, and Arad2005’s clock strikes best around 5 PM and 7 PM, posting 100% win rates in those hours. Saturdays and Thursdays also hold special magic, with win rates climbing close to or above 50%. Clearly, this player might just be a weekend warrior or an evening strategist.

Arad2005’s most recent spectacular triumph was a crafty win against pmbches on May 30, 2025, sealing the match by resignation in a tense Royal Rumble of a Rapid game lasting 29 moves. Previously, checkmates against opponents like moundirkadi and champagnepap1i have also showcased their lethal finishing flair.

While the black pieces yield a more modest 22% win rate compared to 44% with white, Arad2005’s persistent pursuit of improvement no doubt bodes well for future showdowns. A clever tactician, a resilient competitor, and an opening explorer — Arad2005 is a chess player to watch, armed with a chessboard, a bold spirit, and just enough coffee to keep going.

“In chess, as in life, sometimes you’re the rook, sometimes you’re the pawn — but always the player.”