Thomas Hofmann FM

FIDE Master Thomas Hofmann (aka Bauxi435)

Thomas Hofmann is a chess virtuoso who wields a FIDE Master title as effortlessly as a knight forks pawns. Whether blazing through bullet games or navigating the strategic waters of rapid and blitz, Thomas has carved out an impressive reputation at the board.

Career Highlights & Stats

• Peak Bullet Rating: 2567 (January 2025)
• Peak Blitz Rating: 2610 (January 2025) — because lightning moves deserve lightning ratings.
• Peak Rapid Rating: 2460 (January 2025)
• Peak Daily Rating: 2216 (March 2018)

Playing Style

Thomas plays with the patience of a saint and the precision of a surgeon, averaging over 80 moves per win in classical timeframes—perhaps proof that slow and steady really does win the race. But beware: his comeback rate is a staggering 84.47%, meaning if you think the game is over, think again. He also sports a respectable 55% win rate playing White and just under that with Black, showing no mercy regardless of color.

Time Management & Psychology

Thomas's best time to strike? 1 AM sharp — the witching hour for rivals and the prime window for brilliant tactical swindles. With an early resignation rate below 0.5%, he’s unlikely to throw in the towel prematurely, embodying the spirit of not just a player, but a fighter. Just don’t bank on him being in his best form on Tuesdays, when his win rate dips noticeably.

Notable Stats

With a bullet win rate around 55% over 547 games and almost 1000 blitz wins under his belt, Thomas is a modern chess gladiator. He’s shown an ability to overcome piece losses almost half the time and keeps tilt (or “donk rage”) to a minimal 8% — solid composure during the storm of a grindy endgame.

Signature Openings

Thomas keeps his secrets close to the chest, but the "Top Secret" opening performance across all formats reveals a lovely consistency — nearly a 50% win rate in bullet, just under 50% in blitz, and a crushing 71.67% in rapid. When he’s not poisoning pawns or outmaneuvering opponents, he’s scripting some serious opening novelties!

A Memorable Recent Win

In one swift display of patience and precision, Thomas (as Bauxi435) triumphed against opponent petitpingouin06 in a tense 80-move bullet match, culminating in a victory on time — a timely reminder that even the clock bows to his will.

Fun Tidbit

Thomas’s longest winning streak stands proudly at 20 games. Yes, you read that right — 20! That’s basically like winning two marathons while simultaneously playing chess. It's safe to say he's not just here to play; he's here to conquer.

Keep an eye on Thomas Hofmann — or as you might see online, Bauxi435 — the FIDE Master who proves that brains, grit, and a pinch of midnight magic can topple even the toughest opponents.