bensoloish

Profile of bensoloish

Meet bensoloish, a chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is a rollercoaster of tactical flair, quirky patterns, and the occasional dramatic resignation (only about 2% of the time, so don't worry!). Starting out in 2020 with a rapid rating that flirted with the 900s and a daily peak nudging over 970, bensoloish has seen highs and lows – and lots of games – since.

With nearly 900 rapid games under their belt by 2025, boasting almost as many wins as losses (297 wins to 300 losses), and a rather persistent 12 draws, bensoloish plays to win but never shies away from a tough fight. Their daily games tell a slightly grimmer story (78 wins to 100 losses), but the enthusiasm remains as fierce as ever.

When it comes to openings, bensoloish isn’t just a one-trick Jedi. The King’s Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation is a favorite, where they’ve scored an impressive 60% win rate in rapid games, followed closely by the classic Italian Game and a sneaky Scandinavian Defense Closed that punishes the unwary. However, the Philidor Defense seems to cause some heartbreak, with a win rate under 30%.

This player also has a curious habit of excelling after setbacks: a spectacular 100% win rate after losing a piece, proving that bensoloish thrives on comebacks – a true chess phoenix. Their longest winning streak? A solid 10 games, showing flashes of unstoppable momentum.

Timing is key in bensoloish’s game. Their hours of peak brilliance? Morning and late evening, especially around 6 AM and 10 PM. Beware if you're an opponent playing at these times—you’re likely up against their best strategic strikes.

Psychologically, bensoloish knows how to recover from a tilt (which does happen, but only at 11%), keeping focus between rated and casual games with a small but respectable edge in ratings games. When playing white, they edge out opponents slightly better than with black, making the first move count.

Opponents beware! bensoloish has legendary victories against players like mcmillan22 and gannu_shatranj with a 100% win rate, but some players, such as mihaiemilian39, still manage to instill fear with undefeated records against bensoloish.

All in all, bensoloish is proof that chess is not just about kings and queens but about resilience, humor, and an unrelenting passion for the game. Somewhere between a grandmaster in the making and the friendly neighborhood chess warrior, this player’s journey is a fun watch!