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Warren Harper FM

Username: CheckAMunky

Location: Houston, TX

Playing Since: 2010-10-20 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟♟

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Daily: 2033
59W / 4L / 6D
Rapid: 1862
1W / 0L / 0D
Blitz: 2905
2847W / 1880L / 447D
Bullet: 2680
1682W / 1222L / 228D

Warren Harper - The FIDE Master of Fast and Furious Chess

Warren Harper, known in the chess world by the enigmatic username CheckAMunky, is no ordinary chess player. A proud bearer of the FIDE Master title, Warren has dazzled the online chess community with lightning-fast moves and an uncanny ability to claw back from the brink of defeat.

A Journey Through the Ranks

Ever since 2010, Warren sprinted through the online bullet chess scene, skyrocketing from a modest 1460 rating to a jaw-dropping peak above 2800 – and that’s just bullet! Blitz and daily formats no less felt the heat of his strategic creativity, reaching an impressive near-2900 blitz rating by 2025. His playing style? Forget slow and steady; Warren thrives on the adrenaline of quick decisions and sharp tactics.

Playing Style

Warren’s games often go the distance, averaging over 78 moves for wins, revealing a blend of endurance and precision. Known for an early resignation rate of just 0.4 (aka, they stick around even when things look grim) and diving into endgames in over 84% of matches, Warren embraces the full spectrum of chess battlefields.

Tactical Wizardry

Any lost piece? No problem. Warren’s win rate after losing a piece is a perfect 100% – turning setbacks into comebacks with ninja-like finesse. A comeback rate north of 91% suggests that losing to Warren means you may have just handed him fuel for a glorious counterattack.

Opponent Encounters

Warren’s opponents beware: with a broad array of most-played rivals and a respectable winning record even against top players, “CheckAMunky” shows no mercy. Curiously, every time Warren faces “onnoelgersma” or “jojozp,” it’s a flawless 100% win rate. Take note for your next matchup!

A Mental Game Too

While Warren’s tilt factor clocks in at a modest 12 (so, not quite immune to the occasional frustration), they tend to win more often in rated games compared to casual ones, indicating a passionate drive when the stakes are high.

Fun Facts & Stats

  • Longest winning streak: 28 games – try not to break your keyboard in frustration!
  • Plays best around 11 AM and 1 PM – those 100% win rates don’t lie.
  • A white pieces enthusiast with a 59.4% win rate as White, but don’t underestimate them playing Black at 50.4% wins.
  • Absolute monster in bullet and blitz online, but also a steady performer in daily chess.

Warren Harper has proven that chess is not just a game of brains but of heart, grit, and a little dash of monkey business. Whether you’re hoping to learn their secrets or just to avoid being on the wrong side of “CheckAMunky,” Warren’s chess journey is one entertaining ride.


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Overall Performance

Warren, you have an impressive strength adjusted win rate of approximately 75%. Over the past 6 months, your rating has seen significant growth, increasing by 1115 points with a very strong upward trend. Your most recent results show steady progress with a 15 point increase over the last month and a consistent positive rating slope.

Recent Games Overview

Analyzing your recent games, including wins and losses, here are some key insights:

  • Opening Choice: You frequently adopt solid openings such as the Queens Gambit Declined, Reti Opening, and Catalan Opening. This shows good understanding of classical strategies.
  • Positional Play: You demonstrate strong positional awareness, often consolidating control of the center and careful piece placement.
  • Endgame Strength: You have successfully converted technical endgames in multiple games, which is a great skill to continue developing.
  • Time Management: Your clock usage suggests patient calculation and avoiding haste, which helps in daily format.

Constructive Feedback

Based on your recent loss and overall play, here are some areas to focus on to further improve your game:

  • Opening Precision: Though your openings are solid, some moves like early advancing pawns or premature attacks could be refined to avoid giving opponents counterplay.
  • Defense under Pressure: In your recent loss, you faced challenging defensive situations. Work on strengthening defensive tactics to hold strong positions against aggressive lines.
  • Calculation Accuracy: Occasionally, your opponents capitalized on tactical opportunities. Enhancing your calculation and spotting threats earlier will boost your resilience.

Next Steps to Improve

To continue your upward trajectory, consider the following:

  • Study targeted openings more deeply using your preferred lines like Queens Gambit Declined and Catalan Opening to avoid common pitfalls.
  • Practice tactical puzzles focusing on defense and counterattack scenarios to sharpen your calculation.
  • Review critical moments from your recent games, especially from losses, to understand decision-making under pressure.
  • Play training games with a focus on maintaining composure and defense in complex positions.

Final Encouragement

Your consistent progress and solid performances are commendable. Keep building on your strengths and addressing the areas highlighted, and your rating will continue to climb. Keep enjoying your daily games and learning from every experience!



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
bonblobliqr1 1W / 0L / 0D
chamseddine2 1W / 0L / 0D
huidji 2W / 1L / 1D
Braeden Hart 1W / 3L / 0D
turnuphater 0W / 1L / 0D
mrceyhun 3W / 0L / 0D
fujairahnick 1W / 0L / 0D
seregakz 1W / 0L / 0D
muhammadjonkosimhojiev 1W / 0L / 0D
kingyura 1W / 0L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
Rogelio Jr Antonio 68W / 78L / 12D
Weng Pogi 57W / 53L / 6D
hadarhadar 41W / 10L / 4D
Alex Fishbein 19W / 26L / 3D
Leo Bispo 17W / 14L / 4D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2680 2905
2024 2739 2875
2023 2847 2822
2022 2801 2811 2033
2021 2719 2637 1568
2020 2629 2579
2019 2561 2560
2018 2560 2582 918
2017 2460 2483
2014 2272 2284
2013 2287 2333
2012 2454 2390 1362
2011 2611 2241
2010 2646 2298
Rating by Year201020112012201320142017201820192020202120222023202420252905918YearRatingBulletBlitzDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 148W / 90L / 18D 122W / 111L / 14D 83.3
2024 165W / 115L / 34D 158W / 123L / 33D 84.7
2023 4W / 1L / 4D 5W / 3L / 1D 88.3
2022 378W / 212L / 70D 319W / 263L / 62D 85.4
2021 371W / 241L / 58D 324W / 267L / 74D 84.9
2020 186W / 142L / 38D 170W / 152L / 24D 85.8
2019 166W / 97L / 17D 134W / 130L / 23D 84.6
2018 179W / 81L / 15D 133W / 122L / 14D 80.2
2017 307W / 143L / 28D 208W / 221L / 37D 80.8
2014 10W / 5L / 0D 7W / 7L / 0D 68.6
2013 100W / 42L / 13D 93W / 45L / 17D 77.1
2012 321W / 134L / 21D 281W / 152L / 36D 80.7
2011 107W / 66L / 13D 82W / 92L / 8D 77.9
2010 72W / 23L / 3D 67W / 28L / 6D 70.7

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 232 108 103 21 46.5%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 127 73 46 8 57.5%
Australian Defense 110 68 36 6 61.8%
Döry Defense 109 65 37 7 59.6%
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 104 53 46 5 51.0%
Amar Gambit 103 60 35 8 58.2%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 101 56 37 8 55.5%
Caro-Kann Defense 89 39 45 5 43.8%
Amazon Attack 88 44 39 5 50.0%
East Indian Defense 81 42 31 8 51.9%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 290 164 98 28 56.5%
Amazon Attack 283 160 98 25 56.5%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 252 126 104 22 50.0%
English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense 164 103 50 11 62.8%
English Opening 138 88 34 16 63.8%
Döry Defense 126 72 40 14 57.1%
Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense 117 68 44 5 58.1%
Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Berlin Wall 112 54 37 21 48.2%
English Opening: Drill Variation 111 71 30 10 64.0%
English Opening: Caro-Kann Defensive System 110 62 42 6 56.4%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amazon Attack 7 5 1 1 71.4%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Classical Variation 5 5 0 0 100.0%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 4 3 0 1 75.0%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 3 3 0 0 100.0%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 3 2 1 0 66.7%
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 2 1 0 1 50.0%
Semi-Slav Defense Accepted 2 2 0 0 100.0%
KGD: Classical, 3.Bc4 2 1 0 1 50.0%
Four Knights Game 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Amar Gambit 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 28 1
Losing 12 0