Joe Bloggs

Joe Bloggs: The Chess Adventurer

Known in the chess world by the enigmatic username chessmannn2, Joe Bloggs is a spirited player with a passion for blitz and bullet games that borders on obsession. From the dizzying highs of a 1200 blitz rating in 2020 to the rollercoaster rides down to 395 in 2024, Joe's journey is nothing short of a thrilling chess soap opera.

Playing Style & Strengths

Joe’s games often last a hearty 54 moves when victorious, showcasing patience and perseverance, although losses tend to be quicker, averaging just 41 moves — because sometimes, the queen needs a break too. With a white win rate of 46.81% and a slightly lower black win rate of 44.55%, Joe doesn't discriminate — every color gets a fair chance.

His tactical awareness is impressive, boasting a 67.5% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. So if you think you’ve snagged an easy pawn, think again — Joe will have you questioning your life choices by move 30.

Favorite Openings

Joe loves the Queen's Pawn Opening in blitz, where he enjoys a solid 50.6% win rate, and wields the Scandinavian Defense with surprising success (53% wins). In bullet, he's partial to the King's Pawn Opening, boasting an impressive 54% win rate, and throws in the occasional cheeky Grob Gambit because why not?

Competitive Record

With over 1,700 blitz games played and a combined record of 795 wins, 886 losses, and 66 draws, Joe has seen every facet of chess battlefields. Bullet chess suits his speed skills, boasting a positive record with 298 wins to 289 losses, proving he's as quick on the draw as he is strategic.

The Mental Game

Despite a tilt factor of 16 (meaning sometimes he talks to the pawns when things go wrong), Joe demonstrates great resilience. He tends to resign early in about 12% of his games, possibly saving energy for the next whimsical attack.

When to Catch Joe

If you want to catch Joe in top form, aim for late-night games around midnight or 10pm, when his win rates soar above 56%. On Fridays, Mondays, or Saturdays, his win chances blossom near 47%, making weekends a prime time to watch (or challenge) him in action.

Fun Facts

• Joe’s longest winning streak is an admirable 9 games — a sign he’s got bursts of pure genius (or just keyboard luck).
• His bullet games include a daring use of rarely-seen openings, like the Grob Gambit, which he wins over 60% of the time!
• He once boasted a perfect 100% win rate when playing after losing a piece — Chess Houdini anyone?

Joe Bloggs is a true enthusiast whose journey through the chess ranks is marked by determination, surprising comebacks, and a good dose of humor on the 64 squares.