Cptn2 FM

FIDE Master Cptn2: The Chessboard Commander

Meet Cptn2, a fearless FIDE Master known for navigating the battlefield of 64 squares with tactical prowess and a splash of flair. Whether blitzing or bulleting, Cptn2’s games are often a whirlwind of calculated risks and dazzling comebacks — evidence of a player who truly thrives when the clock is ticking mercilessly.

Bursting onto the scene with a steady ascent, Cptn2 hit a peak blitz rating of 2804 in early 2022, proving they can make lightning-quick moves that leave opponents frantically searching for answers. In bullet chess, their top rating soared to 2647, a testament to nerves of steel and lightning reflexes. Rapid play shows a respectable ceiling near 2400, rounding out a well-rounded skill set.

Armed almost exclusively with a top-secret opening repertoire (shh!), Cptn2 boasts a remarkable win rate over 50% in blitz and bullet formats. Opponents beware: 676 blitz games and 192 bullet games speak to a seasoned warrior who knows the battlefield inside out and never shies away from a fight.

Style & Strategy

Cptn2 is not your garden-variety player. With an average game length of over 80 moves, it’s clear they love a good wrestling match—preferring endgame finesse over quickfire finishes. Their remarkable 90% comeback rate when behind a piece (because sometimes losing a pawn is just another plot twist) underlines a psychological resilience that few masters can match.

Early resignations are rare (less than 1%), highlighting a dogged determination to fight until the final pawn is pushed or the last trick has been played. Whether wielding the white or black pieces, Cptn2’s win rates—57.43% as White and 47.29% as Black—reflect a balanced fighter, equally at home on offense and defense.

Fun Facts & Quirks

• Best time to play: 4 AM, apparently when the stars align and the queen is in inspirational mode.
• Longest winning streak: 6 games of utter domination.
• Longest losing streak: 9 games, proving even masters have their "bad hair days."
• Favorite tactic: Winning by resignation — Cptn2’s opponents tend to throw in the towel rather than face a relentless siege.

Recent Triumph

In a thrilling game on January 7, 2022, Cptn2 artfully dismantled Bernd_Stromberg employing the Sicilian Defense: Delayed Alapin Variation, demonstrating patience and precision before sealing the victory by resignation after 55 intense moves. The final position? A queen promotion and an unstoppable kingside offensive — a true captain’s salute to chess mastery.

Whether crushing opponents with a timely pawn push or expertly coordinating bishops and knights in the endgame, Cptn2 remains a formidable presence in the chess world. Their journey is a reminder that chess is as much a mental marathon as a sprint—and this FIDE Master runs it like a pro.

Ready to face the captain? Make your move.