Player Profile: Brain0fShrimp
Brain0fshrimp began recording Blitz games as early as 2014, starting around the 1000-rating mark and peaking at 1347 in 2016. Over the years, they have consistently hovered in the 1100–1200 range in Blitz and pushed their Rapid ratings above 1400 at their best. They also took a stab at Bullet, reaching a high point of 1269 in 2017, and tried out Daily chess briefly, finishing with a perfect 1–0 record in 2017.
In total, they’ve logged over 4000 games across multiple time controls. Their recorded win-loss balance is especially close in Blitz—2192 wins and 2148 losses—reflecting a competitive spirit that often makes matches tight. Favorite openings in Blitz include the Mieses Opening (played over 800 times) and the Van ’t Kruijs Opening, both of which have contributed to solid winning percentages.
Known for their ability to force extended battles (with nearly 78% of games reaching the endgame), Brain0fShrimp averages over 72 moves in both wins and losses. They’ve also shown resilience, maintaining a comeback rate of about 87% and rarely succumbing to one-sided defeats. Their longest winning streak spans 11 games, and interestingly, they’re at their sharpest around midnight, posting the highest hourly win rate near 0:00. Sunday play tends to be most successful, with just over half of those games won.
Altogether, Brain0fShrimp’s style suggests a preference for fighting, strategic battles that can go the distance. With low early-resignation tendencies (2.33%) and a knack for comebacks, they illustrate determined, tenacious play. Their journey through the years has seen them meet a wide range of opponents, favoring unorthodox openings and testing out new ideas—hallmarks of an ever-evolving chess enthusiast.
