David Mbuyi (BLACK_MONKEYD) - The Maverick of the Chessboard
David Mbuyi is not your everyday chess player — he's the kind of competitor who treats every game like a thrilling rollercoaster ride, with tactical twists and unexpected turns. Known online as BLACK_MONKEYD, David’s journey started humbly in 2022 with a Rapid rating just above 100, but his relentless pursuit of improvement has seen him climb the ranks impressively to over 450 in Rapid by 2024.
Playing Style
David's style could be described as a love-hate relationship with patience. He has a notable early resignation rate of nearly 29%, suggesting that when things get tricky, he doesn't waste time dragging out a losing battle. However, when he's in the zone, his endgame game shines — ending about 35% of his matches deep into the battle of wits. His wins tend to be longer and more strategic, averaging nearly 50 moves before sealing the deal, but losses come quicker, often around 34 moves, showing a readiness to learn from swift defeats.
Strengths and Quirks
- Comeback King: Boasting a remarkable 54.63% comeback rate, David embodies hope when the odds stack against him.
- Piece Loss Doesn’t Phase Him: Impressively, he wins 100% of games even after losing a piece. Now that's turning setbacks into masterpieces.
- Psychological Duel: With a tilt factor of 12, don't let a bad move rattle him too much—unless you're playing, of course!
Favorite Openings & Battle Tactics
David likes his openings like he likes his coffee — bold and strong. The King’s Pawn Opening is his bread and butter with a nearly 50% win rate across 165 games in Rapid. He also dances well with the Alekhine's Defense and introduces some spice with the Van Geet Opening, sporting a high 65% success rate. It's clear David doesn't shy away from less common lines, possibly to keep opponents guessing — or scratching their heads.
Performance Snapshot
With nearly 400 wins and 369 losses in Rapid alone, David's determination is evident. His Bullet and Blitz games show he's as swift as a cheeky monkey on a sugar rush, with respectable win numbers despite fast-paced play. Curiously, his best days to perform seem to be Wednesdays (57% win rate) and early morning hours around 2 and 4 AM where his win rate soars above 65% — a true night owl in knight’s clothing!
Fun Facts
- His highest Rapid rating in 2024 reached 513 — not bad for a strategist who’s still climbing.
- David tends to loom large online with a lengthy list of opponents, racking up wildly varied win rates — from 0% (ouch) to an unbeatable 100%, proving he can both charm and challenge practically anyone.
- Favorite time to play? When most people are asleep or distracted — the 2 AM "secret ninja hour".
To sum it up, David Mbuyi is a passionate, sometimes unpredictable, but always fascinating chess player who mixes serious tactical awareness with a dash of playful creativity — a player who’s easy to root for, and sometimes difficult to beat.
