Burnnuh: The Tenacious Tactician of the Chessboard
Meet Burnnuh, a blitz and rapid player whose chess journey is illustrious, unpredictable, and, frankly, quite entertaining. With a peak blitz rating of 445 achieved in mid-2023 and an eye-popping rapid peak of 667 just a few months prior, Burnnuh has shown flashes of strategic brilliance mixed with a delightful knack for dramatic comebacks—boasting a comeback rate near 69%, proving that giving up is not in the vocabulary.
Playing Style & Psychology
Known on the chess battlefield for a 39% frequency of endgames and an average of about 44 moves per win, Burnnuh loves a good fight that doesn’t wrap up too quickly. Early resignation happens only a modest 9.3% of the time, meaning this player gracefully endures till the bitter end—or until the clock runs out. Speaking of clocks, timing is everything, as Burnnuh prefers engaging in battles in the afternoon hours around 2 PM, where the win rate spikes dramatically. But beware: the tilt factor is a cheeky 10, so don't be surprised if a loss floods the chat with some choice words (or chess memes).
Strengths & Challenges
- Great against lower-rated opponents: Wins approximately 75% of these games. A real shepherd of the underdogs!
- Fights valiantly vs. equals: Wins and losses are evenly matched at 50%, showing Burnnuh is always ready to brawl.
- Sometimes struggles against higher-rated foes: Winning only about 23% in this category, but who isn’t challenged by the grandmasters?
Opening Preferences
Burnnuh’s opening repertoire is as mysterious as the username suggests. A whopping 395 blitz games are logged under "Unknown Opening," with a decent win rate near 47%. For the bravely curious, Burnnuh’s rarest and most successful gambit is the Anderssen Opening, where the record shows a perfect 100% win rate in a single dramatic clash. Queens Pawn Opening is also a favorite, especially in blitz, boasting a strong 75% success rate in a handful of games. On the flip side, the dreaded Sicilian Defense has yet to yield a win, embracing the motto: “practice makes perfect.”
Recent Battles
The latest win was sealed on time against Claoxeoff in a tense Anderssen Opening battle, where Burnnuh’s patient defense and keen eye for time management clinched the victory. Meanwhile, losses come with a side of learning—mostly on time or under intense pressure from opponents like Menhant and acewins2024. Chess is a marathon, not a sprint, after all.
Fun Facts
- Blitz record: 204 wins, 229 losses, and a few draws to keep things interesting.
- Rapid games? Even more battle-hardened with 422 wins and 465 losses.
- Current winning streak proudly stands at 1, while the longest streak was a gallant 8!
- Known opponents fear the name “Burnnuh” due to a cheeky 100% win record against a surprising number of users. Reputation confirmed!
In summary, Burnnuh is a resilient, slightly unpredictable player who thrives on the battlefield of timed games, enjoys long, complex endgames, and brings a fiery spirit to every match. Expect creativity, unexpected twists, and maybe an epic comeback when you face this chessfighter!
Hi Burnnuh! 👋
What you’re already doing well
- Natural tactical eye. In several wins you spotted tactical shots such as 7…Nd4!! (vs “burakyilmaz…”) and 12…Nxc2+ winning material. You clearly enjoy tactics – that’s an asset, keep sharpening it.
- Courage to play actively. Moves like …d4! (vs “Claoxeoff”) and h-pawn storms show you’re willing to seize space and initiative rather than wait passively.
- Opening breadth. You’ve experimented with the Scandinavian, Pirc-type setups, the Queen’s-Pawn & even flank openings. This curiosity will help you find systems that suit you long-term.
Three biggest improvement levers
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Follow basic opening principles.
Many early moves (e.g. 2.Qd2, 2.Qe3, 5…Qa6) break classical rules and leave pieces undeveloped and the king in the centre. Against stronger players you were punished (Versalhees, acewins2024).
Action plan:- For the next 30 games, force yourself to develop two minor pieces and castle before touching the queen or flank pawns (unless it’s theory).
- Choose simple, principle-based openings: London System as White, and Scandinavian / Slav structures as Black. Memorise only the first 6-8 moves.
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King safety & blunder checking.
Several defeats came from leaving the king on e1/e8 or walking it around (e.g. 20…Qf5+ Kg3 22…Bxg1!!). You often see your own ideas but miss one reply from the opponent.
Action plan:- Add a 5-second “blunder check” before pressing the move button: “What can they capture or check me with next move?”
- Daily tactic routine: 20 puzzles focusing on checks, captures, threats. Pay special attention to motifs like the fork, pin and back-rank mate.
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Clock management.
Two most recent results (vs menhant & Claoxeoff) were decided by the clock. Good moves are worthless if they never appear on the board.
Action plan:- Play a few games with 5 + 5 or 10 + 0 to learn budgeting time. Aim to keep ≥ 60 % of your initial time after move 10.
- When clearly winning, simplify instead of calculating fancy mates – trading queens saves both nerves and seconds.
Mini-training schedule (weekly)
- 3 × 30 min tactic sessions (Puzzle Rush or custom set).
- 2 rapid games (15 + 10) fully analysed afterwards with an engine – focus on why each blunder happened.
- Watch one short video on an opening you actually play; add one line to your notebook, no more.
Motivation corner
Your tactical flair is real – polishing the fundamentals will let it shine against stronger opposition. Stick to the plan for just one month and you should comfortably break 667 (2023-04-10)!
Your performance snapshots
Good luck at the board, and remember: Develop, safeguard, then destroy! 🔥
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| murtaza-m | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| noidd10 | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| claoxeoff | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| menhant | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| acewins2024 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| sftmjc | 41W / 98L / 5D | |
| deeze707 | 5W / 1L / 0D | |
| finnian_sosa | 0W / 3L / 0D | |
| vdns5 | 1W / 2L / 0D | |
| fizalio | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 160 | 313 | ||
| 2024 | 266 | 434 | ||
| 2023 | 346 | 539 | 510 | |
| 2022 | 202 | 231 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13W / 19L / 1D | 10W / 18L / 4D | 47.7 |
| 2024 | 86W / 95L / 2D | 85W / 94L / 2D | 37.5 |
| 2023 | 193W / 187L / 8D | 186W / 192L / 11D | 49.2 |
| 2022 | 30W / 45L / 5D | 24W / 47L / 5D | 52.2 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening | 395 | 187 | 201 | 7 | 47.3% |
| Top Secret | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 41.7% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening | 830 | 387 | 418 | 25 | 46.6% |
| Top Secret | 80 | 35 | 43 | 2 | 43.8% |
| Petrovs Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Birds Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Englund Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 8 | 2 |
| Losing | 10 | 0 |