About comerd — Blitz Specialist & Endgame Fanatic

comerd is a prolific online chess player known for a blitz-first approach, stubborn endgames and a taste for the unexpected. Over years of fast-paced play, comerd built a reputation as a comeback artist who favors long, technical duels rather than quick tactical fireworks.

Preferred time control: Blitz — often grinding out wins in the late hours (peak mood: 23:00). For a quick badge of honor: 2314 (2019-04-12).

Career Snapshot & Highlights

Decades of blitz experience condensed into tens of thousands of games — a true blitz veteran with thousands of decisive encounters.
Impressive resilience: a documented comeback rate that reads like a motivational poster for underdogs.
Longest winning streak: 14 games. Longest losing streak: 13 games — proof that roller-coasters build character.
Peak period: steady rating climb through 2017–2019, with sustained activity and growth into 2021.

See a condensed view of the rating arc over time:

Playing Style & Strengths

comerd prefers marathon-ish blitz games that lean into endgame technique. Key traits:

Endgame frequency is high — comerd gets comfortable when pieces come off and technique matters.
Average game length is long for blitz: wins and losses often stretch into 60–80 move ranges.
Tactical resilience: a standout comeback rate and a solid win rate even after material setbacks.
Psych profile: plays best late at night (23:00), modest tilt factor, and thrives when a slow grind is required.

Openings & Repertoire

comerd plays a surprisingly wide palette but leans on reliable, sometimes offbeat choices. Frequent and successful themes include:

Against 1.e4 as Black: Scandinavian Defense — a mainstay with excellent results.
When Black wants counterplay: Sicilian Defense shows up often on the scoreboard.
As White: aggressive forays into the Italian Game: Two Knights Defense and more positional systems.
Also fond of the Alekhine Defense and the Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation — versatile and pragmatic choices.

Memorable Games & Study Material

Here’s a short illustrative blitz miniature (reconstructed as a teaching slice):

Example PGN viewer (tap to replay):

Sample historic match to browse: View a classic blitz finish.

Notable Opponents & Rivalries

comerd has tangled dozens of times with a handful of frequent rivals — the most-played include:

donmanne — over 100 games, a seesaw rivalry with many close finishes.
Cseke Ricsi — another century-plus matchup; competitive and entertaining.
aspnet3 and nagumbemabundo — regulars on the docket.

These repeat encounters helped sharpen comerd’s opening preparation and endgame instincts.

Stats & Quirks (Fun Facts)

Endgame aficionado: an unusually high endgame frequency for blitz games.
Average decisive game length: often well beyond the typical blitz skirmish (think marathon, not sprint).
Best hour to challenge comerd: late-night sessions — caffeine and calculation combine.
Tilt management: keeps it mostly together — the tilt factor is present but not career-ending.

Why Follow comerd?

For players who appreciate technical endgames, stubborn defense, and the drama of late-turnaround wins, comerd is a must-watch. Whether you study one of the recurring opening lines or simply enjoy a masterclass in converting small advantages, comerd’s games teach patience, persistence and the occasional cheeky tactical punchline.

Curious to dig deeper? Replay sample games, explore opening trends, or challenge the legend at your own risk (and bring snacks — these often run long!).