Jan Bartos FM

Jan Bartos - The FIDE Master with a Twist

Meet Jan Bartos, known in the chess realm as ButtersLStotch, a titled FIDE Master whose gameplay is as intriguing as their online alias. With a steady climb and a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2303 in November 2022, Jan is no stranger to the intensity of fast-paced chess battles.

Starting from modest blitz ratings around 1300 in late 2014, Jan quickly proved that patience isn't always their style—spectacularly advancing past 2000 by early 2015 and maintaining formidable strength ever since. Their bullet rating peaked at 2093, and though rapid games are few, Jan has a perfect score where they've played.

Statistically, Jan is a master of resilience, boasting an 81.99% comeback rate—proving that when the chips are down, Jan channels their inner superhero and snatches victory from the jaws of defeat. And when they lose a piece, watch out: with a near 48% win rate after that, they’re not one to cave easily.

Their playing style favors deep, drawn-out battles: an average of 69 moves per win and a whopping 79.69% engagement in endgame scenarios. It’s like watching a chess marathon runner who’s calm, collected, and unrelenting in pursuit of the finish line.

Jan’s psychological profile is fascinating; with a tilt factor of 18, they’ve mastered the art of mental toughness—except maybe before 6 AM, which is oddly their best time to play. If you catch them then, you'd better be ready for a fierce fight.

When not busy dazzling opponents with their Top Secret openings (don’t ask—they’re classified), Jan enjoys a sweet streak, including a longest winning splash of 13 games. Conversely, their longest losing streak is 18—not quite for the faint-hearted but mostly a reminder that even the best have off days.

Jan’s recent games are a spectacle: victories secured by time or resignation, rapid positional mastery, and a flair for Polish Defense and Queen's Gambit Declined maneuvers. Opponents beware—this FM doesn’t just play chess, they choreograph it.

In the world of chess, Jan Bartos is that rare blend of determined pragmatism, dynamic tactical awareness, and a sprinkle of humor that makes every match a story worth telling. Whether they’re planning your queen’s demise or plotting their next comeback, one thing’s for sure—you’re in for a game to remember.