Gert Schnider IM

Gert Schnider (aka Bandobras) - International Master Extraordinaire

Meet Gert Schnider, a chess aficionado who proudly carries the distinguished title of International Master from FIDE. Gert’s journey across chessboards worldwide showcases a player of deep strategic insight and quick tactical bursts mostly honed in fast-paced games.

A true blitz and bullet warrior, Gert’s rating has soared to impressive heights, peaking at 2693 in blitz and 2394 in bullet formats as recently as 2023 and 2024. With an average blitz win rate hovering around 73%, Gert prefers to swarm opponents with relentless pressure rather than cozy endgame grinds — although their endgame frequency is a sturdy 79%, proving they’re not about to give up easily.

When it comes to style, Gert has an uncanny ability to stage comebacks: an 83% success rate after trailing and a staggering 71% win rate despite losing a piece. The resilience on display would make rock climbers jealous! Their longest winning streak of 23 games is the stuff of local chess legend—and yes, they keep their cool with a tilt factor of just 4. The perfect calm before the checkmate storm.

Funny enough, Gert seems at their strategic best around noon, sporting a 100% win rate at 12 PM. Must be the mysterious chess lunch effect! Monday and Saturday are lucky days too, with more than 75% wins to kick off or round off your week.

Gert loves top-secret openings — or maybe just keeps their favorite repertoire classified — since their “Top Secret” opening performance boasts a winning rate near 73% in both bullet and blitz. Opponents beware: whether playing White or Black, Gert pulls off wins over two-thirds of the time. Black pieces seem particularly lucky, with a win rate over 74%.

Not all battles go undefeated, though. Gert's most recent loss was to the cunning whiteglovethief by timeout, a reminder that even the mightiest can sometimes be tripped up by the clock. But victories, like their last brilliant win secured by resignation, show that Gert is always ready to checkmate before your morning coffee is cold.

Whether it's a rapid skirmish or a blitz blitzkrieg, Gert Schnider plays with razor-sharp tactical awareness and a pinch of patience. Their games rarely end early by resignation, and when they win, it’s often after a rich, deep contest averaging over 70 moves — a marathon of mental endurance dressed in knight, bishop, and queen.

In a nutshell: Gert Schnider is not just a chess player; they're a chess force — stealthy, strategic, and secretly top-selling in the “Top Secret” opening department. Challenge them if you dare, but be ready for a masterclass in endurance and tactical wizardry!