Meet baptistesch23: The Knight of Comebacks and Time Scrambles
In the kingdom of 64 squares, baptistesch23 reigns supreme as a fearless tactician who often battles the clock as fiercely as the opponent. With a peak Rapid rating soaring to an impressive 429 in 2023, baptistesch23 has proven quick wit and nimble fingers on the keyboard are their best allies.
This player’s style is a curious cocktail of resilience and timing. With a comeback rate of 73%, it's clear that baptistesch23 refuses to bow down easily—even when the odds are stacked against them. Yet the psychological tilt factor slightly hints at spirited emotions taking the wheel occasionally, especially as they push hard in bullet time controls. (Hint: never challenge them at 2 AM, their best time of day to play, where they wield a perfect 100% win rate!)
Opening Strategies: A Scandinavian Adventure and Other Spoils
Whether it's the Scandinavian Defense, where baptistesch23 boasts a healthy 58.82% win rate in Bullet, or mixing it up with adventures into the French Defense and King's Pawn Openings, each game is a journey with unexpected twists and tactical jolts. Not to be underestimated are their pet openings like the Van 't Kruijs Opening in Blitz, where they've never tasted defeat across two games—pure opening mastery!
Statistics in a Nutshell
- Bullet: Peak rating 365, closely matched wins and losses (48W-50L), fast and furious matches.
- Blitz: Peak rating 303, a learning journey with persistence. Watch out for killer moves in Van 't Kruijs and Petrov's Defense!
- Rapid: A temporary powerhouse with a peak at 429, often playing with patience, nearly half of the games reaching endgame positions.
Fun Facts & Quirks
baptistesch23 tends to play with the white pieces a bit more cautiously (33% wins) but turns up the heat with black, racking a formidable 44% win rate. They like to grind it out in longer games, with an average of around 50 moves per victory — perfection takes time! Also, they’re not one to patiently wait around — the early resignation rate hovers around 11%, proving sometimes chess is a game of swift decisions.
Recent Highlights
June 5th, 2025 marked a spectacular victory where baptistesch23 triumphed using an aggressive King's Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation, winning on time after a battle of wits and nerves. It’s a game full of sharp tactics and confident moves, perfect for a player who thrives in pressure-cooker moments.
Though every champion faces defeat, baptistesch23’s losses are fuel for fiery comebacks. Whether falling victim to a clever French Defense knight variation or an unexpected time scramble, they rarely stay down for long.
Summary: baptistesch23 is a spirited competitor who blends stubborn grit with a quirky mix of classical and offbeat opening choices. If you face them, prepare for a rollercoaster of come-from-behind heroics, sharp play, and moments where the clock may be your biggest enemy. Challenge them carefully, or you'll find yourself checkmated by time instead of strategy.
[[Chart|Rating|Bullet|2025-03-2025-06]] [[Chart|Rating|Blitz|2025-03-2025-06]] [[Chart|Rating|Rapid|2023-07-2025-05]]Replay a recent brilliant victory:
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Quick Snapshot
- Preferred first move with White: 1.e4
- Common Black replies: ...e5, ...e6 (French), and ...d5 (Scandinavian).
- Game results are heavily influenced by the clock—many wins & losses on time.
- Current personal bests: 303 (2025-03-07), 429 (2023-07-03)
What You’re Doing Well
- Fighting spirit. You play on in complex positions and often turn games by creating tactical chances (e.g. 17.g5!? and 25.Rxc4!! in your latest win).
- Quick tactical vision. Knight forks on f7/c7, queen checks on h5, and mating nets such as 34.Rf7# show you can spot shots quickly.
- Active rook play. When rooks reach the 7th rank you convert efficiently, as in the Willdeuxpointzero game.
Key Areas to Improve
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Opening Fundamentals
Many games start with early queen adventures (e.g. 2.Qh5, 2.Qxe5+) or slow pawn moves (2.d3) that leave you behind in development.- Focus on the “four opening rules”: control the center, develop minor pieces, castle, & connect rooks.
- Pick one sound main-line repertoire (e.g. Italian vs ...e5, Advance French vs ...e6) and learn 10 moves deep.
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Piece Safety
Recent losses show pieces being picked off (6…Qxb2, 8…Qxd1+, 9…Nb4!). Run a quick “blunder-check” before every move: “What does my opponent attack? What will be attacked after I move?” -
King Safety
You often delay castling or push pawns in front of your king (g4, h4) without a clear plan. Before advancing wing pawns, ask yourself if your king will be safer or weaker afterwards. -
Clock Management
Half of your decisive results are time forfeits. Practical tips:- Play time controls with increment (e.g. 3 + 2, 10 + 5) to practise playing “good fast moves.”
- Save at least 50 % of your starting time for the last 15 moves—most blunders happen in mutual time-scrambles.
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Endgame Technique
The loss vs wells5 was equal but ended in a lost king-and-pawn race. Spend 10 minutes/day on basic rook and pawn endings—these positions decide many blitz games.
Suggested Training Plan (4 Weeks)
| Day | Focus | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Mon / Thu | 30 tactic puzzles (Theme: pins, forks) | 20 min |
| Tue / Fri | Study 1 new opening line & play 2 games using it | 40 min |
| Wed | Endgame drill: Lucena & Philidor + 1 rook ending game | 30 min |
| Sat | Review own games (especially losses) with engine help | 45 min |
| Sun | Play a 15 + 10 game, annotate without engine, then compare | ~1 h |
Illustrative Example
Below is your recent 60 + 1 win. Try to locate three moments where a quieter improving move was stronger than the exciting one you played.
When You’re Ready to Dive Deeper
- Watch one GM game per week in your chosen opening and write down why each move was played.
- Add pawn-structure study to recognise themes like Isolated Queen’s Pawn, minority attack, and zugzwang.
- Track your progress with the built-in stats: and .
Keep enjoying the game, stay curious, and your rating (and confidence) will keep climbing. Good luck on the boards!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| patriciaviale | 0W / 14L / 0D | |
| nino-itier | 0W / 4L / 4D | |
| oss840 | 2W / 0L / 0D | |
| raffyseb | 0W / 1L / 1D | |
| uripgg | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 253 | 130 | 145 | |
| 2023 | 240 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32W / 61L / 7D | 48W / 47L / 7D | 53.4 |
| 2023 | 2W / 2L / 2D | 2W / 5L / 1D | 51.6 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Amazon Attack | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Philidor Defense | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Petrov's Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Center Game | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Alekhine Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 30.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 9 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 44.4% |
| Amazon Attack | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 62.5% |
| Australian Defense | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 40.0% |
| Petrov's Defense | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Dresden Opening: The Goblin | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Modern Defense | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 20 | 12 | 8 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 54.5% |
| French Defense | 10 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 40.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Barnes Defense | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Elephant Gambit | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 40.0% |
| Center Game | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Australian Defense | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Four Knights Game | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 6 | 0 |
| Losing | 13 | 2 |