Maxwell Schwartz NM

Maxwell Schwartz (cephalopod11)

National Master Extraordinaire

Meet Maxwell Schwartz, proudly holding the prestigious title of National Master. With a chess journey starting all the way back in 2007 and a rating adventure that reads like an epic novel, Maxwell has scaled the peaks of chess excellence. Peaking at an impressive 2313 in daily ratings and boasting blitz and rapid ratings soaring above 2200, Maxwell has certainly made their mark on the 64 squares.

Starting at a humble 986, Maxwell quickly manifested their chess prowess, showing a penchant for comebacks and resilience, with a comeback rate of nearly 79%—a statistic that suggests this player doesn’t quit until the final pawn falls.

Known online as cephalopod11, Maxwell’s style is one for the analytic lovers: patient, strategic, and with an average game length that clocks in around 67 moves for victories. Forget quick wins; they’d rather savor the endgame - an area they frequent like a favorite coffee shop. And guess what? Their endgame frequency is an impressive 72.5%.

Maxwell's opening repertoire is so secretive, it’s designated as “Top Secret” — with a win rate a respectable 61.7% in daily games and over 56% in blitz. Perhaps the secret lies not just in the moves but in their psychological tactic: a low early resignation rate of 0.16, indicating a fighting spirit even in tough spots.

When it comes to their rhythm, Maxwell is a morning person (yes, really!)—the best performance hour is 10 AM, where win rates rocket to a stunning 85%. So, if you challenge them before 9 AM, beware: the board is their kingdom early in the day.

Not one to shy away from complications, Maxwell has mastered the art of bouncing back after losing a piece, maintaining a solid win rate of 54.8% in these tricky spots. Plus, their psychological tilt factor is admirably low at 9, meaning they keep their cool better than most when the heat is on.

Their games are peppered with thrilling moments, like the recent victory against GenericHandler where Maxwell, playing Black, orchestrated a graceful resignation victory in a modern defense battle—a match where strategy trumped chaos and patience won the day.

With over 1,200 wins in daily games and a longest winning streak of 21 games (yes, twenty-one!), Maxwell is a formidable opponent and a delight to watch for chess enthusiasts who appreciate both the art and the struggle.

Whether it’s blitz lightning or deep daily bouts, Maxwell Schwartz is a true student of the game, weaving tactical mastery, psychological stamina, and an enviable track record into every move. Opponents beware: this National Master does not simply play chess—they breathe it.