Profile: Black721
Meet Black721, a chess enthusiast who’s been steadily climbing the ranks with a rating peaking at an impressive 1134 in Rapid chess as of July 2024. Known for a blend of resilience and a dash of mischief, Black721 approaches each game with a fighting spirit and a stubborn streak that’s proven effective over thousands of battles on the board.
Rise Through the Ranks
Starting from humble beginnings with a rapid rating barely over 500, Black721's dedication and resilience have led to a solid 1000+ rapid rating within just two years. Despite a few turbulent months and the inevitable ups and downs that all chess players face, this player’s win rate hovers around a respectable 50%, proving they're not one to back down from a challenge.
Playing Style & Tactical Flair
Black721 is a strategic tactician who averages about 54 moves per win, hinting at a preference for thorough, methodical play rather than frantic blitzkrieg attacks. However, they are not afraid to throw in a cheeky early resignation on occasion—about 8% of the time—perhaps to save energy for the next fight or to binge-watch some chess tutorials.
With a comeback rate near 68%, Black721 is the kind of player who doesn’t cry over spilled pawns but rather rallies back with grit and unexpected maneuvers. Even after losing pieces, the tenacity to keep the fight alive shines through, winning nearly 44% of such challenging positions.
Opening Repertoire
Black721 dabbles mostly in “Unknown Opening,” a mysterious area where creativity reigns, but also enjoys the “Top Secret” opening with a winning edge. That said, Scandinavian Defense fans might recognize Black721 testing their patience, though with a modest hiccup in win rates there—perhaps a work in progress!
Memorable Moments
Among the highlights are thrilling victories by checkmate and occasional late-game miracles that would make even the toughest grandmasters nod in respect. One recent gem ended with Black721 snatching a win against vlado1304 in a King's Fianchetto Opening, showcasing cool nerves and sharp calculation under the clock.
Psychology & Timing
Fun fact: Black721’s best time to play is around 4 AM—because who needs sleep when you have pawns to push and kings to corner? A tilt factor of 11 means even when the chess gods frown, Black721 keeps calm enough to bounce right back.
Beyond the Board
Whether testing new openings or grinding through long rating battles, Black721 epitomizes the passionate chess battler, embracing every loss as a lesson and every win as a well-earned glory. This is a player who knows the king isn’t the only one who can survive tough spots—sometimes, it’s just a matter of patience, perseverance, and maybe a little bit of luck.
Here’s to more wins, blunders, and brilliant comebacks from Black721!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| waitzskins1515 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| lsjmc02 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| blunder_tushar | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| otisleearmstrong | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| shgz78 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| kgfvicky2329 | 5W / 1L / 0D | |
| rhythmoftheknight112 | 3W / 1L / 0D | |
| skarab73 | 4W / 0L / 0D | |
| canttell | 3W / 0L / 0D | |
| colinpowell59 | 1W / 2L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1052 | |||
| 2024 | 983 | 606 | ||
| 2023 | 784 | 910 | 599 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 101W / 87L / 6D | 92W / 98L / 5D | 58.7 |
| 2024 | 268W / 239L / 9D | 242W / 256L / 14D | 52.2 |
| 2023 | 405W / 423L / 36D | 436W / 405L / 33D | 54.7 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening | 2795 | 1361 | 1342 | 92 | 48.7% |
| Top Secret | 246 | 130 | 109 | 7 | 52.9% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 55.6% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Main Line | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 22.2% |
| Scotch Game | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 20.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Owens Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense Exchange Variation | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 24 | 14 | 9 | 1 | 58.3% |
| Unknown Opening | 17 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 29.4% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 11 | 0 |
| Losing | 11 | 1 |