Ben Harris

Ben Harris - The Bullet Blazer

Meet Ben Harris, known online as chessonfblol, a chess player whose journey reads like an epic saga of pawns, knights, and countless bullet bullets (no relation to cows). Rising from a humble bullet rating of 1327 in 2014 to an astonishing peak of 2584 by early 2025, Ben has turned speed chess into an art form—and sometimes a blur.

Early Moves and Rapid Growth

Ben's ascent began quietly but quickly gained steam. By 2015, he was smashing opponents with Bullet ratings consistently above 2200. His rapid progress wasn’t just confined to bullet; his blitz game shimmered too, reaching a stellar 2526 rating in 2025. Rapid and daily games tell a more laid-back story, with peaks around 2111 and 1497 respectively—perfect for those times when Ben wants to trade speed for some comfort chess.

Playing Style: Tactical, Tenacious, and Sometimes… Time-Tricky

Ben is a speed demon with a penchant for endgames—he dives into the endgame bath 82.7% of his victories suggest he’s both patient and relentless. His average winning games last about 81 moves, showing endurance unusual for the lightning-fast bullet format! Opponents beware: his comeback rate hovers near a jaw-dropping 86%, with a solid win rate after losing a piece (52%), proving he never throws in the towel easily—even under pressure (tilt factor 12, which means only a handful of unfortunate tantrums in thousands of battles). And speaking of ending battles, Ben is no stranger to resignation victories (2,109 wins by resignations).

Favorite Openings and Signature Gambits

Ben’s opening repertoire is as adventurous as a chess pirate’s map. In bullet, he often sails the King’s Pawn Opening with the St. George Defense, boasting a respectable 56.44% win rate over 388 games—perfect for shaking up opponents right off the bat. He also wields the Queen’s Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation with a sharp 60.43% success rate, proving that sometimes it pays to zig when others zag. His blitz games show flair with the Alekhine’s Defense and steady play in the Indian Game East Indian London System. Just don’t challenge him to the Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack; opinion’s divided—he’s about 49% on that one, so it’s a real give-and-take battle!

Record-Breaking and Rivalries

Ben has played nearly 9,000 bullet games with a winning percentage comfortably north of 55%. He’s tangled most with opponents like volodja49 (75 games) and grandemas (71 games), facing fierce rivalry but managing a solid 45%+ win rate. His chess journey is peppered with thrilling victories, swift finishes, and occasional setbacks—but always with his trademark resilience.

Notable Recent Battles

In one of his most recent bullet triumphs, Ben forced a dramatic victory using the Queen's Pawn Opening - Zukertort Variation in February 2025. His clocks burned, but the king fell! However, even champions stumble; just last March, a tough loss against THEPATRICKGALEA reminded Ben that every king can be toppled—sometimes on time, sometimes on tactics.

When Does Ben Bring His A-Game?

His winning mojo peaks late in the evening—around 9 PM—matching perfectly with his tilt factor. No wonder his winning rate skyrockets to almost 70% in the 21st hour! So, if you want to challenge Ben, consider booking a match well before bedtime.

More Than Just a Player

Beyond numbers and ratings, Ben is the quintessential chess enthusiast who turned the battlefield into a playground. With nearly 6,500 bullet wins, countless blitz battles, and a reputation for endurance and grit, Ben Harris isn’t just playing chess—he’s living it, one rapid move at a time.

Follow Ben's games and explore the mysteries of the board with him. Just remember: blink, and you might miss the magic.