Profile Summary: cataaaal
Meet cataaaal, a chess warrior whose journey on the 64 squares has been nothing short of a rollercoaster — with enough ups, downs, and sideways moves to keep any grandmaster scratching their head (and maybe chuckling too).
Rating & Performance
Starting with a humble rapid rating low of 189 back in April 2023, cataaaal has climbed steadily to peak at a solid 604 in April 2024, showing a relentless spirit and a flair for improvement. The journey continues with rapid ratings comfortably settling around the mid-500s as of mid-2025. The daily rating tells a tale of quick skirmishes and tactical brilliance, peaking at a striking 770.
The Playing Style
Not one to give up easily, cataaaal boasts an impressive comeback rate of nearly 74%, proving that setbacks are just plot twists waiting to be overturned. An early resignation rate of just 5.7% hints at a stubborn fighter who likes to see their battles through to the bitter end, often engaging in an average of 51 moves to victory — because why rush brilliance?
Favorite Openings & Tactical Quirks
Confidentiality aside, cataaaal has a favorite "Top Secret" opening with over 1000 games played and nearly breaking even with a 47% win rate, suggesting a concoction of surprise and well-practiced theory. Some other forays into the French Defense Knight Variation bring the best win rate — over 71%, while the "Van t Kruijs Opening" seems to be a bit more of a love-hate relationship at 37% wins.
Psychological Trends
With a tilt factor of 12 – not too moody, not too zen – cataaaal clearly balances passion and endurance. Their best time to pounce on the opponent is surprisingly early in the morning (around 6 AM), proving that some chess giants do wake before dawn... or perhaps they just chase their coffee with a queen’s gambit.
Record Highlights & Rivalries
Across 1285+ rapid games, cataaaal has a nearly even split of wins (606) and losses (628), with 51 gritty draws — so expect tussles that go right to the wire. Opponents ranging from dux310 to mikepringles have felt the sting of resignation, as many of cataaaal's victories come from forcing the enemy to concede. Some rivals manage a perfect 0% win rate against cataaaal — beware!
Recent Battles
In a recent rapid duel, cataaaal executed a strategic masterpiece forcing dux310 to resign in a dynamic position after a tactical onslaught that included queen sacrifices and resourceful rook maneuvers. A true testament to their fighting spirit and creativity on the board!
Personality Insight
If chess were a comedy, cataaaal would be the star who laughs at their own blunders, quickly spins a comeback, and keeps the audience entertained with surprising twists until the very end. They don't back down, they keep the game lively, and remind us all that on the chessboard, it's as much about the journey as the checkmate.
In the grand theater of chess, cataaaal dances between brilliance and chaos with style — a player to watch, laugh with, and maybe avoid sitting opposite late at night!