Nolberto Carvajal (caballodeacero)
FIDE Master Extraordinaire and Bullet Blitz Wizard
Nolberto Carvajal, known in the chess world as caballodeacero, is a formidable FIDE Master who has slapped countless opponents across the 64 squares with a style that's part strategy, part lightning, and all steel. With a peak bullet rating soaring to an astonishing 2807 in December 2024, Nolberto proves that speed chess isn’t just a game—it’s an art form mastered under extreme pressure.
His journey began humbly, gamely navigating through the ranks since 2014. Over nearly a decade, Nolberto amassed a whopping 9,491 bullet wins out of 15,726 games, showcasing a relentless 60.35% win rate at breakneck speeds. If lightning had a name in chess, it would be caballodeacero. His blitz performance isn’t far behind either, boasting a solid 75.14% win rate from 885 fights—proof that fast play is indeed his element.
Captain of comebacks, Nolberto entertains a tactical awareness that would frustrate even the most cunning adversaries. His comeback rate is an impressive 73.76%, meaning even when things look bleak, he’s plotting a return stronger than a caffeinated grandmaster. With a surprisingly low "tilt factor" of 12, Nolberto maintains his cool, usually crunching out his best moves at the bewitching hour of 4 AM — clearly a night owl who turns coffee into brilliant endgames.
Playing Style & Psychological Prowess
- Endgame frequency: 73.95% – Nolberto loves a long fight, dragging opponents into complex endgames.
- Average moves per win: 67.6 moves - patience is a virtue, and caballodeacero owns it.
- Win rate as White: 63.08%
- Win rate as Black: 59.17%
- Early resignation rate: just under 2% - he rarely quits, even when the chips are down.
Favorite Openings (a well-kept secret!)
Although the actual opening remains Top Secret (foiled again, chess spies!), his styling with the Ware Opening and Bird’s Opening has led to some spectacular victories observed recently, with swift checkmates that leave opponents blinking in disbelief.
Memorable Moments
December 27th, 2024 was a day like no other. In a dazzling bullet game, caballodeacero executed a shining checkmate against an opponent rated nearly as high as himself, wrapping up the encounter in just 31 moves. His quick thinking and agility on the board dazzled spectators and reminded everyone why he’s not just a player but a chess phenomenon.
Opponent Highlights
Nolberto’s chess rivals include pwnattack, gmjoey1, dan2000se, and superfast64—players brave enough to tango with the maestro. His win rates against tough opponents fluctuate, but a 68.97% success rate against pwnattack speaks volumes about his competitive fire.
Whether delivering checkmate blows or narrowly escaping defeat, Nolberto Carvajal—aka caballodeacero—remains a titan of speed chess, a strategist who blends rapid calculation with calm precision. If you’re ever lucky enough to play him, remember: blink and you just lost a piece... or the game.
