Russell Evans (aka Chopperdog12) – The Chess Journeyman
Russell Evans, known in the chess realm as Chopperdog12, is a player whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as it is persistent. With a peek peak rapid rating of 845 back in the golden days of November 2020, Russell’s play has experienced the ups and downs a true battlefield demands.
Though his ratings currently flirt with the low 300s in rapid and blitz, and he sports a bullet rating that has seen better days (peaking at 808 in 2020), Russell has cultivated a fighting spirit that shines brightest in his comebacks. Exhibiting an impressive 80.37% comeback rate, he’s the kind of player who wouldn’t throw in the towel even if the queen and rook staged a coup against him.
Playing Style & Psychology
Russell enjoys long, tactical battles, averaging about 52 moves per win, proving he's no quick trickster but a grinder on the board. His endgame frequency is high at 56.21%, showing a fondness for late-game battles where patience and precision tip the scales. The man even has a tilt factor of only 13, which means losing a game might sting, but it wouldn’t send this dog chasing its own tail.
His best time to flex those chess muscles? 3 AM, when most mortals dream, Russell might be launching covert checkmates.
Favorite Openings
- Alekhine’s Defense – A sneaky favorite boasting an 80% win rate, probably because opponents can’t quite figure out what hit them.
- Queen’s Pawn Opening – Solid ground for Russell, with a particularly strong 72.73% win rate in rapid games.
- King’s Pawn Opening variations – Reliable but sometimes inconsistent, just like any good story arc.
Battle Highlights
Russell’s most recent victories often come from games where his opponents resigned, a testament to his knack for maneuvering into positions too tricky to escape. His tenacity is well-documented in his longest winning streak of 6 games and a current winning streak of 2. Still, like every warrior, Russell knows how to suffer through dark times, with a humbling longest losing streak of 13 games, teaching him the value of persistence.
Rivalries & Records
He has some consistent opponents, including "bronxnation," against whom wins have been a bit elusive (win rate around 16.67%), but also some favorites that seem to enjoy his tactical juggernaut style: multiple opponents stand at 100% loss rates against him, a true mark of respect in the chess world.
In Conclusion
Russell Evans is the chess player everyone roots for – the underdog who fights tooth and nail. His games are like thrilling novels with twists, turns, and improbable escapes. Whether you’re facing him early morning or late at night, prepare for a battle that demands your full attention. After all, losing to Chopperdog12 means you were outwitted by a relentless strategist who’s just getting started.
Ready to face Russell? Brace yourself, the dog might bite… or checkmate.
