Meet choptochop: The Blitz-Hungry Streamer
choptochop is a software engineer by day and a chess streamer by night, but when the clock ticks down to 3 minutes or less, they transform into a blitz machine. With a username that sounds like a cooking instruction, choptochop has been chopping through opponents since late 2020, starting at a humble 800 rating and climbing to a peak Blitz rating of 1614 by January 2023. Their preferred time control is Blitz, and they've played over 5,000 games in that format alone, proving that they truly live for the fast-paced thrill of the clock.
From 800 to 1600: A Rapid Rise
choptochop's journey is a classic tale of persistence and improvement. In November 2020, they were rated 800 in Blitz, losing their first game. But within a year, they had crossed 1300, and by early 2022 they were knocking on 1500. The climb wasn't linear, though. They faced a brutal 14-game losing streak at one point, but their longest winning streak of 12 games shows they know how to bounce back. Their rating progression in Blitz is a testament to their dedication, as shown below.
Playing Style: The Caro-Kann Crusader
When it comes to openings, choptochop has a clear love affair with the Caro-Kann Defense. With over 1,300 games in Blitz alone and a 53.6% win rate, it's their bread and butter. They also have a knack for the Center Game, winning 64.1% of the time when they play it. Their style is aggressive but patient; they average over 60 moves per win, often grinding out endgames. Their tactical awareness is impressive, with a comeback rate of 72.25%, meaning they frequently snatch victory from the jaws of defeat, even after losing a piece.
They're also a streamer, so you can catch them live, likely muttering "one more game" while the Blitz timer ticks away.
Rivalries and Notable Opponents
No chess player's story is complete without a nemesis, and for choptochop, that nemesis is mr_totoyoung. They've faced each other 257 times, with choptochop dominating the series with 229 wins. It's a rivalry that has produced countless battles, and you can almost hear the trash talk in the chat. Other frequent opponents include thevirginbloodymary and mathmorilau, but none have been as one-sided as the mr_totoyoung matchup.
Beyond the Board
choptochop is not just a blitz fiend; they've also dabbled in Rapid, Daily, and even Bullet, reaching peak ratings of 1752, 1759, and 1486 respectively. Their win rate is slightly better with White (52.8%) than Black (50.6%), but they're dangerous from both sides. They tend to perform best in the early morning hours, with a 76.5% win rate at 1 AM, so if you're a night owl, you might catch them at their sharpest.
With over 7,700 games analyzed, choptochop is a true grinder. They deliver checkmate in 23% of their wins and are more likely to win when they deliver the first check. So next time you see them online, challenge them to a Blitz game, but be prepared for a fight that might just go down to the wire.