Artur Nastawski

Artur Nastawski - The Chess Adventurer

Meet Artur Nastawski, also known online as artelo23, a determined chess player who has embraced the rollercoaster ride of competitive chess with style and a dash of humor. Artur’s journey through the ranks might not be a tale of a grandmaster prodigy, but it’s certainly a story of perseverance, tactical surprises, and the occasional checkmate that leaves opponents scratching their heads.

Playing Style & Strengths

With a modest but spirited blitz rating that peaked near 727 and rapid battles fought fiercely around the 422 mark in 2025, Artur shows a resilience that many admire — coming back strong even after tough losses. His games average about 61 moves when winning, proving patience and strategic depth, while losses tend to be a few moves longer, showcasing his stubborn refusal to give up easily.

Artur’s knack for dramatic comebacks is backed by a staggering 70% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win record after losing a piece—proof that he’s not just playing chess, he’s playing with nerves of steel. Sure, sometimes the tilt factor spikes up to 9 (hey, even the best of us get a bit fiery when the queen slips away), but overall, Artur stays cool under pressure.

Favorite Openings (and maybe secret weapons)

Artur loves mixing things up, wielding a crafty arsenal of openings. From the King's Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation, where he boasts a perfect 100% win rate in blitz over four games, to the Alekhine's Defense in rapid and bullet formats, he clearly enjoys keeping his opponents guessing. He also dances around the Queens Pawn Opening and throws in some modern defenses for good measure. If you see Artur lining up a Reti Opening or an Indian Game, it’s best to brace yourself for a complex tactical duel.

Performance Highlights & Stats

• Over 150 blitz games played in 2025, snagging 54 wins despite fierce competition.
• Rapid play shows steady improvement and a solid 60 wins out of 130 games, with an average rating bump to 422.
• Not shy in bullet games, with 25 wins over 68 battles—fast and furious is definitely in the cards.
• Daily chess sees him experimenting with longer time formats, holding a perfect 800 rating from his recent games.

Memorable Recent Battles

In one of his most recent thrilling victories, Artur delivered a checkmate in a tense rapid duel employing the Reti Opening Kingside Fianchetto Variation. It was a game of patience, bravery, and seizing the moment, culminating in a beautiful final strike after 29 moves.

Of course, no warrior’s story is complete without losses, and Artur has faced some bittersweet defeats, including a tough checkmate against a rival known as DamianMOB in the Vienna Game's Max Lange Defense. It’s all part of the learning curve and the game’s poetic dance.

Who Does Artur Often Face?

Artur has met DamianMOB nearly a hundred times, winning about 38% of those encounters — a rivalry filled with battles both on and off the board. He also regularly faces opponents like fypsoteles and daniel-mob, showing consistency in his engagements.

Off the Board

Outside the chess clock’s ticking, Artur’s approach to the game blends analytical thought with a sense of humor—because who says you can’t laugh at yourself while trying to topple kings and queens?

Whether he’s opening with a sharp Alekhine, testing the waters with the Queens Pawn, or unleashing a sneaky Leonardis Variation surprise, Artur Nastawski is a player to watch: relentless, unpredictable, and always ready for the next challenge.