cadsam

Profile Summary: cadsam

Meet cadsam, a chess enthusiast journeying through the ranks with a lively mix of wins, losses, and the occasional head-scratching stalemate. Once peaking at a Rapid rating of 986 back in April 2022, cadsam’s chess career is a rollercoaster of dramatic ups and downs — a true testament to the unpredictability of the game!

With over 7000 games under their belt, playing Rapid chess like it’s a thrilling puzzle, cadsam doesn't shy away from tough opponents or complex positions. Their style combines perseverance with tactical awareness — sporting a comeback rate of nearly 70% and a willingness to fight even after losing a piece.

Opening repertoire reveals a preference for the Queen's Pawn Opening and the Scandinavian Defense, showcasing a curious mix of classical and offbeat lines. While the Englund Gambit boasts the highest win rate at about 56%, cadsam isn’t afraid to dive into the deep waters of the Scandinavian Defense’s Mieses Kotrc Variation — where survival skills are truly tested.

Despite an Early Resignation Rate hovering above 12% (hey, even chess warriors know when to call it quits before losing their queen in a blunder), cadsam battles on through complex middlegames and long endgames whose frequency tops 42%. Although the average win lasts around 42 moves, losses tend to stretch out to nearly 50 moves, showing that cadsam is not one to give up without a fight.

Humorously, cadsam’s chess clock seems happiest at 2 PM, which coincides with their highest win rate hour (~59%). Maybe the mid-afternoon coffee kicks in just right? Their tilt factor is pretty low at 11, meaning they keep their cool... most of the time.

Latest Battles

In one of their freshest victories, cadsam deftly steered a Queen’s Pawn Opening into a precise tactical strike, winning by resignation after a relentless assault crowned by a crucial check on the enemy king. In true champion style, a recent loss was against a skilled opponent wielding the Scandinavian Defense, where cadsam valiantly fought but eventually succumbed in a drawn-out endgame.

The journey of cadsam reminds us that chess is as much about resilience and learning from setbacks as it is about glory. Keep an eye on this player — the game is never dull with them on the board!