Roger Berrios

Roger Berrios (brrio002)

Meet Roger Berrios, a resilient and seasoned chess enthusiast who has been storming the virtual boards since at least 2012. Roger’s blitz rating peaked impressively at 1776 in October 2014, proving he’s no stranger to lightning-fast calculations and nerve-wracking endgames. Not to be outdone, he also flexed his daily play skills with a peak rating of 1873 in November 2014, a testament to his strategic patience when the clock ticks slower.

Roger’s journey through the ranks is a rollercoaster of grit and determination. Though his longest losing streak of 34 games could have sent less steadfast players running for the hills, this chess warrior bounced back with a remarkable comeback rate close to 90%. When down a piece, Roger doesn’t just fold, winning nearly half those challenging battles. One-sided losses? Barely 3.8%, which means he fights hard until the very end.

His style? A blend of strategic patience and aggressive recovery. With average winning games running nearly 82 moves, Roger loves the grind – long fights are clearly where he shines. Interestingly, he tends to secure victory more often as White (54%) than Black (44%), but either way, his opponents better bring their A-game.

Tactical awareness? Check. Psychological resilience? Double-check. Roger’s tilt factor, the dreaded measure of frustration impact, sits at 34 – a little quirky, but hey, nobody’s perfect. His best time to play is reportedly 8 AM, perhaps fueled by a strong cup of coffee and a quiet mind.

Opening repertoire highlights reveal a fondness for the Slav Defense and various flavors of the Queen’s Gambit Declined. His Slav Defense win rate of 55.4% and a neat 59.4% in the Queen’s Gambit Declined speak to a deep understanding of classical defense setups. Fluent in French Defense too, Roger’s comfort with complex pawn structures and counterattacks makes him a well-rounded adversary.

Off the board, Roger is the type to shrug off setbacks and return for another round, much like his record of 852 wins, 794 losses, and 89 draws in Blitz alone. That’s perseverance worthy of a grandmaster’s nod—or at least a hearty fist bump.

Highlight: A Memorable Victory

On September 1, 2015, Roger executed a dazzling win in a French Defense battle against opponent Srkicar1, concluding with a clever resignation victory after a tense 43-move tussle. (You can review the game here if you're up for some chess inspiration!)

Always eager to learn, forever tough in battle, and occasionally stubborn when the clock winds down—Roger Berrios is a chess player who epitomizes tenacity and growth in every move.