Profile: Artsq78
Meet Artsq78, a rising chess enthusiast whose journey from humble Rapid ratings around 600 in 2024 to a rapid-fire 938 in 2025 reads like a thrilling grandmaster origin story—if grandmasters occasionally played underdog and sometimes even threw curveballs with some surprisingly early resignations (a mere 1.29% rate, to be precise).
Artsq78 is a warrior of the 64 squares, boasting an impressive comeback rate near 60%, and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. That means if you think you’ve snagged an advantage, beware—this player turns setbacks into checkmate storms. Games often stretch deep into the endgame (nearly 60% frequency), showing patience, endurance, and perhaps an appreciation for chess marathons. The average win game wraps up around 50 moves, which is long enough to enjoy some popcorn but short enough to keep the adrenaline alive. Losses, however, tend to drag on longer—over 71 moves on average—maybe for dramatic effect.
When it comes to style, Artsq78 slightly favors white pieces with a 53.55% win rate but doesn’t shy from black either, holding a respectable 48.93%. The player’s strength shines through openings enigmatically named Top Secret, a mystery even to us, with more than 780 games played and a win rate just north of 50%. Scandinavian Defense fans beware: this player has a perfect track record there! Other favorite openings include Bishop’s Opening variants and some rare but spooky variations like the Vienna Game Max Lange Defense and King's Pawn Leonardis—each with a 100% win rate, statistically speaking, albeit from a handful of games.
Artsq78’s timing could use some daylight analysis: highest success appears between 13:00 to 15:00 hours, especially a smashing 64% win rate at 3 PM and an unusual 100% at 6 AM (early birds and afternoon knights unite!). Sundays and Thursdays seem lucky days, with over 50% success, while the early morning hours (1-5 AM) might be reserved for coffee runs more than brilliant moves.
A few fun facts:
- Longest winning streak: 7 games straight—a mini chess crusade!
- Overall Rapid record: 430 wins, 387 losses, and a modest sprinkle of 24 draws.
- Daily chess warrior with a flawless 2-0 start at a peak rating near 971.
- Impressive mental resilience with a modest tilt factor of just 7, proving even the best have their bad hair days.
Opponents beware: Artsq78 has battled and conquered a vast chess landscape, facing nearly 800 Rapid games and hundreds of named adversaries, many who learned the hard way that top secrets aren't just about openings but about the sheer unpredictability of this player’s craft.
In summary, Artsq78 is not just another player climbing the rating ladder—this is a tactician who turns adversity into victory, delivers unpredictable opening ambushes, and plays long, thoughtful games peppered with just enough drama to keep spectators guessing. Whether you're a casual opponent or a rival aiming for the top, remember: behind that username hides a formidable chess personality who’s all about surprises, comebacks, and the relentless pursuit of that next checkmate.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| boneless12345 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| vs_gambit | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| tukikcom | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| trentinquarantino | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| naresh249 | 2W / 0L / 0D | |
| chenlimm | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| syed_fadil854 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| tategui | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| g4rry1 | 4W / 2L / 0D | |
| obatnyamuk16 | 4W / 0L / 0D | |
| davood5033 | 1W / 2L / 0D | |
| kangukaung | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
| sndrik888 | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 946 | 1023 | ||
| 2024 | 666 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 222W / 187L / 9D | 205W / 196L / 15D | 61.4 |
| 2024 | 13W / 7L / 1D | 10W / 12L / 0D | 60.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 781 | 395 | 362 | 24 | 50.6% |
| Bishops Opening | 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Giuoco Piano Game | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Vienna Game Max Lange Defense | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Bishops Opening Berlin Vienna Hybrid Variation | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 40.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 40.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Italian Game | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Vienna Game | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Giuoco Piano Game Giuoco Pianissimo Variation | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense Advance Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 7 | 0 |
| Losing | 7 | 1 |