Daniel Brandao Mariani (brandaolee)
National Master extraordinaire and chess enthusiast, Daniel Brandao Mariani is no ordinary player - they're the kind of human who makes pawns tremble and knights dance in admiration. With the prestigious title of National Master proudly earned from their home turf's national circuit, Daniel has been sharpening their tactical skills and accumulating wins (and a few losses for spice) since at least 2013.
Rating Rollercoaster & Playing Style
Starting from humble games with Bullet ratings just over 1000, Daniel soared to a peak Bullet rating of 2235 by 2025. Blitz? Oh, they've flirted with a staggering peak rating of 2302, proving they are as fast as a blitzing rook on a freeway. Rapid games show an impressive win rate, pushing ratings past 2200 with a smooth style that avoids early resignations more often than most, and an endgame frequency topping 75%. Expect long, hard-fought battles averaging around 70 moves per game—Daniel clearly enjoys making opponents work for every point.
Victories, Comebacks & Opponents
With over 639 Bullet wins, more than a thousand Blitz victories, and an incredible 86% comeback rate, Daniel is the phoenix of the chessboard, rising from the ashes of defeat with style. Notably, the Win Rate After Losing a Piece stays at a perfect 100%, because giving up material is just a plot twist in their winning script.
Don't be fooled by their considerate 8-point Tilt Factor; Daniel's psychological resilience means they rarely get flustered—even when facing some of their most challenging opponents like wazorson or persiansystem, against whom they've had some tough luck!
Secret Weapons
Daniel’s favorite opening? It's firmly labeled as "Top Secret"—and who could blame them? With almost all games played under this enigmatic banner, they've maintained a win rate hovering around 57% in Bullet and 54% in Blitz—a mysterious and formidable arsenal indeed.
Fun Facts
- Daniel's longest winning streak hit a sweet 12 games, reminding us all why National Masters are both feared and adored.
- They average a nifty 57% success rate with White pieces, proving they like taking the initiative (and winning the "who goes first" lottery).
- Favorite game hour? Mysteriously around midnight and early morning, as their highest hourly win rates cluster between midnight and 4 a.m. (probably fueled by caffeine and sheer determination).
- Known for playing out long games with an average of over 70 moves per result—Daniel certainly believes true mastery is earned in the trenches.
In short, Daniel Brandao Mariani is the kind of player whose games tell a story—part strategy, part endurance, and all heart. Whether they're blitzing your king or outmaneuvering you in Bullet, one thing's for certain: playing against Daniel is never dull, just like their fascinating chess journey.