Brandon Dojoon Sim (BSIM2030) - Chess Adventurer Extraordinaire
Meet Brandon Dojoon Sim, known in the chess world (and on the internet) as BSIM2030, a fearless competitor who dances with danger across Bullet, Blitz, and Rapid time controls. While his Bullet rating once soared close to 300 before clocking in at a modest 120 recently, his Blitz prowess has earned him an impressive peak rating of 345 as of May 2025 — not too shabby for someone who sometimes plays like they're dodging raindrops instead of calculating tactics!
A Tactical Profile:
Brandon’s style could best be described as a thrilling roller coaster. His longest winning streak is a respectable 5 games, but beware: his longest losing streak is a gut-wrenching 8 games. When the chips are down, he demonstrates incredible grit, managing a comeback rate near 74%. Losing a piece isn’t necessarily a death sentence for him either, as he manages to win around 39% of those otherwise dire situations.
Opening Gambits & Quirks
- Scandinavian Defense: Brandon’s bread and butter in Bullet and Blitz with a blitzkrieg win rate up to 79% in Blitz — his enemies never quite see it coming.
- Caro-Kann Defense: Perfect in Bullet boasting a 100% win record in the few games he’s dared to try it.
- Less lucky with the King’s Pawn Opening, particularly in Bullet and Rapid, where it’s been something of a heartbreak hotel (a 0% win rate in multiple attempts).
- He’s got a flair for surprise tactics, often embracing underdog openings and appearing to resign early only 7.7% of the time — proving that patience isn’t always his virtue, but it doesn’t hold him back.
Recent Battles & Memorable Moments
In one recent victory, Brandon won on time against Alex_Parolini in a frenetic Bullet match, employing the infamous Scandinavian Defense to outlast his opponent’s clock nerves. His most triumphant finish was a mind-boggling checkmate delivered with poise versus indigosmama, showcasing his sharp endgame skills. But like all heroes, he’s had setbacks: a recent loss by checkmate to Daniel_Kozarik reminds us all that even the best have off days (or off minutes, in Bullet!).
Off the Board
A chess enthusiast who plays best just before noon (11:00 AM is declared his prime time), Brandon is known to approach the 64 squares like a crafty prankster — a bit unpredictable, occasionally tilting (with a tilt factor of 8), but always eager for the next tactical joust.
Fun Facts
- His win rate on Sunday games is a sunny 67% — perhaps he’s fueled by weekend vibes and a bit too much coffee.
- Brandon’s games tend to average around 46 moves whether he wins or loses, indicating a marathon mindset rather than a sprinter’s blitz.
- Despite a rough go against opponents rated higher than himself (winning roughly 7% of the time), he dominates nearly every lower-rated opponent he faces with over 90% success!
In short, Brandon Dojoon Sim is the embodiment of chess's exhilarating highs and hair-raising lows — a player who embraces risk, guts complex positions, and always keeps fans wondering what he'll do next. Whether you’re clashing in Blitz, Rapid, or Bullet, beware: BSIM2030 might just catch you off guard with a bold Scandinavian Defense or a cheeky Caro-Kann surprise.
