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Brandon Poddany

Username: bpodds

Playing Since: 2019-03-15 (Active)

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Daily: 1049
10W / 3L / 0D
Rapid: 656
1W / 0L / 0D
Blitz: 447
2673W / 2765L / 64D
Bullet: 953
3W / 6L / 0D

Profile: bpodds

bpodds is a passionate and versatile chess player whose journey through competitive chess has been marked by consistent growth, tactical ingenuity, and a determined spirit. Over recent years, bpodds has excelled in multiple formats—ranging from Blitz and Daily games to rapid encounters—demonstrating a willingness to experiment with diverse strategies and openings.

A Journey Through the Ratings

In Blitz, bpodds’s career has seen dynamic fluctuations: starting with impressive peaks such as a high of 959 in 2019, and evolving through periods of steady improvement and occasional dips. With a notable average move count per win of roughly 39 moves, bpodds’s style in Blitz is both precise and adaptive. His performance in Daily formats has also shone through, posting ratings over 1020 in certain periods, while his brief forays into Bullet and Rapid competitions have further underscored his all-round capabilities.

Playing Style and Tactical Brilliance

The playing style of bpodds is characterized by a balanced approach. His early resignation rate is remarkably low at 1.28%, and he displays an eye for a strong endgame—a period that occurs in about 40% of his matches. Notably, his calculated yet bold decision-making is reflected in a 100% win rate after losing a piece on occasion, symbolizing an inspiring comeback spirit. His preference for solid, classical openings, along with a capacity to adapt mid-game, has seen him employ everything from the King’s Pawn and Italian Game lines to more quirky gambits.

Time and Psychological Performance

Time-performance statistics reveal bpodds as a competitor with a keen sense of timing. His win rate fluctuates throughout the week, reaching as high as 52.31% on Sundays, while his best hour of performance peaks during early morning and mid-afternoon sessions. Psychological resilience is another hallmark, with a modest tilt factor of 11—indicative of a calm temperament even under pressure—and a rated-versus-casual win difference that highlights his competitive edge in formal settings.

A Versatile Competitor

Beyond the numbers, bpodds’s tactical awareness shines through a comeback rate of nearly 45% and an ability to leverage even disadvantageous positions into surprising victories. His statistical profile tells the story of a player who not only adapts to the shifting tides of competitive chess but also thrives on the challenge of turning setbacks into stepping stones. Whether through the disciplined approach in endgames or the creative spark in the opening phase, bpodds continues to develop his repertoire and remains a respected opponent on the virtual board.

As bpodds looks to the future, the evolution of his ratings and his deep understanding of the game promise even greater accomplishments. His journey is one of both technical refinement and personal growth, making him an exciting and inspiring force in the world of chess.


🆚 Opponent Insights

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saintwheezy 0W / 1L / 0D View
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kinsleykarieb 17W / 2L / 0D View Games
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ludvigsson1 3W / 0L / 1D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 452
2024 366 1049
2023 454 656
2022 453 1022
2021 431
2020 465
2019 803 482 918
Rating by Year20192020202120222023202420251049366YearRatingBlitzDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 50W / 43L / 1D 49W / 44L / 0D 52.8
2024 128W / 114L / 2D 112W / 127L / 3D 47.5
2023 193W / 173L / 8D 181W / 202L / 1D 47.8
2022 337W / 331L / 9D 332W / 332L / 9D 46.8
2021 215W / 212L / 1D 208W / 219L / 2D 46.0
2020 248W / 244L / 3D 232W / 254L / 4D 43.7
2019 194W / 246L / 7D 207W / 225L / 14D 46.3

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 4853 2371 2427 55 48.9%
Top Secret 601 280 312 9 46.6%
Scandinavian Defense Closed 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Petrovs Defense 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Kings Pawn Opening 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Philidor Defense 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Giuoco Piano Game 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Colle System 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Kings Pawn Opening Latvian Mlotkowski Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 21 15 6 0 71.4%
Top Secret 6 5 1 0 83.3%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 9 3 6 0 33.3%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 1
Losing 11 0
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