Takudzwa Charuma

Takudzwa Charuma (a.k.a. blacksmoke2)

Meet Takudzwa Charuma, a chess player whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as his username suggests. Takudzwa, or blacksmoke2 in the online chess world, has a peak blitz rating that once soared to a fiery 513, proving that speed and strategy can indeed ignite board domination.

Playing Style & Personality

Known for a solid and sometimes cheeky style, Takudzwa's games often unfold with relentless pressure, averaging about 43 moves to victory—which means patience is a virtue here, but so is making every move count. His early resignation rate clocks in at under 9%, so he seldom throws in the towel prematurely, except maybe when his opponent pulls out a secret gambit from the dark.

He’s got a knack for comebacks (over 68% comeback rate!)—losing material or a piece? No problem! Takudzwa fights back with gusto, though he admits sometimes being a bit "tilty" with a tilt factor of 9, which is chess-speak for “I have faces you don’t want to see after a blunder.”

Favorite Openings

In rapid and blitz formats, Takudzwa’s favorite battlegrounds include the King’s Pawn Opening and its many variations, boasting win rates around 60-70%. He’s also fond of the French Defense Normal Variation, where he sports a perfect 100% win record — yes, flawless! The Scandinavian Defense and the Goring Gambit can be tricky, but even when they trip him up, Takudzwa’s work ethic shines through.

Competitive Record & Highlights

Across different time controls, Takudzwa has played nearly a hundred games with an almost equal mix of wins and losses: 44 wins and 40 losses in both rapid and blitz, plus a decent chunk of draws. His bullet chess stats reveal a scrappy player unafraid to sacrifice speed for tactics, featuring wins against some of his toughest opponents.

Some recent triumphs include a sharp victory over kabheal in a Scotch Game where he forced resignation with relentless pressure, and a stylish checkmate finish using the French Defense La Bourdonnais Variation. His losses, like the one to AlevS_12 via a time glitch and tricky Goring Gambit, only fuel his desire to come back stronger.

Timing is Everything

Takudzwa’s best moves come surprisingly early in the morning around 5 AM — perfect for those who wake up before dawn to outwit their cyber opponents. He also shines during the late afternoon and evening hours, where he enjoys a winning smile at 7 PM and 8 PM, boasting win rates near 57-75%.

The Human Behind the Pieces

Outside the realms of checkmates and gambits, Takudzwa is that player who brings a pinch of humor and a dash of resilience to the chessboard. With a username like blacksmoke2, he’s more than ready to cloud your vision and come out victorious.

In the end, Takudzwa reminds us that chess is not just about pieces or points, but about passion, persistence, and knowing when to strike like smoke in the night.