Quentin Fontaine (Art10ECHR)
FIDE Master | Chess.com Prodigy
Quentin Fontaine, known online as Art10ECHR, is a formidable force in the chess world, proudly holding the title of FIDE Master. With a knack for dizzying tactical play and impressive stamina in blitz duels, Quentin consistently dazzles opponents and fans alike.
Rating & Achievements
- Peak Blitz Rating: 2687 (January 2025)
- Peak Bullet Rating: 2493 (July 2024)
- Peak Rapid Rating: 1463 (May 2023)
- Peak Daily Rating: 400 (June 2023)
Playing Style
Known for a blend of patience and aggression, Quentin's games often stretch long into the evening, with average winning games lasting about 73 moves. They have a remarkable 85.98% comeback rate and are not afraid to battle through tough times, rarely resigning prematurely.
Studies reveal that Quentin is a morning warrior, with their peak performance around 6 AM — the perfect time to catch them sipping coffee and tricking foes into tactical traps.
Signature Openings
Leak alert: "Top Secret" is Quentin's most wielded—and most effective—opening weapon, boasting almost half of their wins in Blitz and Bullet play. In more classical lines, they have also mastered the Colle System and the Queen's Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation, occasionally surprising opponents with the Sicilian Defense Hyperaccelerated Dragon.
Career Highlights & Stats
- Total Blitz Wins: 15,454
- Total Blitz Losses: 14,058
- Total Bullet Wins: 922, demonstrating remarkable skill in the electrifying 1-minute format
- Overall Tactical Awareness: 85.98% come back after challenging positions, proving resilience aplenty
Recent Chess Battles
Quentin’s most recent victory was a nail-biter against BulletTechnician, featuring the Sicilian Defense: Open Accelerated Dragon Modern Variation. In a game full of sharp tactics and swift transitions, Quentin clinched the win by resignation after a relentless assault.
However, even masters stumble: Quentin's latest loss came in a strategically intricate game versus garicradomir, where a tricky Indian Game variation ultimately proved too much.
Fun Facts
- They have an impressive 52.13% win rate playing White pieces, slightly higher than their 46.68% win rate on Black.
- Despite the heavy chess brainpower, Quentin’s early resignation rate is a modest 0.67% — proving they stick it through to the bitter end.
- If you want to outpace them, try playing around 7 AM when their win rate dips to just below 48%! (Just kidding, don’t count on it.)
- Quentin’s longest winning streak stands at a jaw-dropping 17 games, showing they know how to ride the wave!
In the ever-evolving chess landscape, Quentin Fontaine is a player to watch — a tactical tornado wrapped in a riddle, who somehow manages to keep a smile (and a killer opening) up their sleeve. Whether streaming online or competing in fierce arena battles, this FIDE Master is always ready to checkmate the unexpected.