John Bath NM

John Bath: The National Master with a Bullet Speed

John Bath, known in the chess circles as Buckeye22, is a National Master with a flair for lightning-fast maneuvers and a penchant for endgame wizardry. Earning the prestigious National Master title, John has built an impressive reputation not just by winning games, but by doing so with style and a sprinkle of humor.

Starting from a respectable Blitz rating of 1444 in 2014, John has since sped through the ranks to reach a peak Bullet rating near 2114 in 2021, proving he’s no stranger to rapid-fire chess battles. His Blitz and Rapid ratings keep impressing as well, currently hovering around 1800-2000 respectively, showing he’s equally comfortable on slower clocks — although, let's be honest, everyone knows his real playground is Bullet chess.

Over thousands of games, John has accumulated a phenomenal bullet win record, clinching victory in over 4,200 games—talk about endurance! Notably, his longest winning streak stands at an awe-inspiring 16 games, reminding everyone that behind those quick moves is a focused mind. His tactical awareness shines bright with a comeback rate above 86% and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. John’s motto might as well be “Never give up, because winning after a blunder is twice as sweet!”

Off the digital battlefield, John is known for a calm demeanour. His tilt factor stats confirm he keeps his cool, tilting only about 12% of the time — impressive for someone who’s practically a speed demon at the board. His games tend to be marathon-type affairs despite the clock pressure, averaging about 70 moves per win, which means he doesn’t just blitz out wins; he endures until the final flourish.

John’s preferred “Top Secret” openings keep his opponents guessing and offer him a steady 50.6% win rate in Bullet, teasing challengers with the promise — and threat — of unexpected creativity. His fight is relentless, with a special love for endgames, where nearly three-quarters of his games reach the final frontier of chess combat.

When not dissecting the Sicilian Defense or plotting a knight fork, John enjoys sharing anecdotes from his many battles across all days of the week and every hour on the clock. His best hours seem to be early evenings, where his win rate peaks — clearly that's when his brain and fingers are in perfect harmony.

In sum, John Bath is a chess player who blends speed, strategy, and psychological resilience — with a healthy dose of fun. Whether you face him in Bullet, Blitz, or Rapid, expect a fierce fight peppered with moments that might just tickle your funny bone. Beware, though: this National Master may seem like your casual opponent, but just blink and he’s already three moves ahead!