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daaaj

Playing Since: 2023-05-21 (Inactive)

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Rapid: 1060
12W / 9L / 1D
Blitz: 1130
977W / 981L / 61D
Bullet: 996
33W / 41L / 1D

daaaj - The Underdog Maestro

In the world of blitz and bullet chess, where speed often trumps strategy, daaaj emerges as a fascinating paradox: a player who combines persistence, tactical awareness, and a pinch of unyielding spirit to keep opponents on their toes. With a peak blitz rating soaring to 1431 (recorded on Christmas Day 2023, a gift to self perhaps?), daaaj has logged over 1700 blitz games—yes, over a thousand rated wins and nearly as many losses—proving that every battle is fiercely contested, every point hard-earned.

Initial forays into blitz saw dramatic rating leaps—from a humble 502 in May 2023 to crossing the 1200 mark just a few months later. In fact, the rise was almost like watching a pawn storm becoming a queen march. But with great power, comes great responsibility... and a corresponding number of losses—daaaj’s win-loss record balances delicately on a knife-edge, suggesting both resilience and a willingness to tango with danger rather than playing it safe.

Bullet chess? Oh yes, daaaj dashes through the 1380 rating barrier, proving lightning-fast reflexes, though the win-loss ratio here is a bit more dramatic—a relentless roller coaster of glorious victories and humbling defeats.

Rapid chess reveals a more measured side of daaaj—hitting a peak of 1094 in mid-2023 and demonstrating a respectable adaptability to different time controls. It’s like watching the same actor deliver an intense action sequence and then calm, compelling dialogue; versatility is the name of the game.

Opening Repertoire and Style

Daaaj is a true chess chameleon, employing a rich variety of openings with varying success. Among blitz games, the Three Knights Opening shines brightest, boasting an impressive win rate of 74.19%, while the Queen’s Gambit Accepted - Old Variation also proves fertile ground with a 61.67% win rate. The French Defense - Advance Paulsen Attack with 63.64% wins is another favored battleground. Defensive openings like the Philidor and Slav hover around a more modest success rate, indicating a willingness to experiment and learn.

On the tactical front, daaaj’s comeback rate is astounding at 82.52%, which means when things go south, this player tends to pull off Houdini-level escapes more often than not. However, there’s a tilt factor of 9 lurking in the psychological trenches—clearly, even the best of us have moments when the friendly neighborhood chessboard turns into a daunting labyrinth.

Battle-Tested and Ready to Rumble

Daaaj doesn't shy away from the grind: the average moves per won game hover around 63, while lost games average about 50 moves—so these matches are more marathons than sprints. And speaking of sprints, endgames are a familiar dance floor, with an endgame frequency of 54.78%, showing this player’s stamina and tenacity.

In the grand arena, daaaj’s victories often come by resignation (508 wins), but there’s also a decent tally of checkmate finishes (251) and timeouts (145), proving chess battles with this player can end in multiple dramatic fashions. Draws, however, are relatively rare—so you can be sure when facing daaaj, it’s either go big or go home.

Recent Games Snapshot

One of the most recent dazzling wins was a Queen’s Gambit Declined encounter against prudraj where daaaj’s precise maneuvering forced resignation after a 22-move war of attrition. Despite the losses, such as a tricky Scotch Game defeat to HeshamEl-Gendy, daaaj’s spirit perseveres, always ready to challenge the next opponent with a blend of cunning and chessboard humor.

Fun Fact

Daaaj’s best playing hour is around 22:00 (10 PM), making nighttime the prime arena for their chess exploits—a true nocturnal knight patrolling the checkered battlefield after dark.

So if you ever find yourself face-to-face with daaaj—brace yourself for an unpredictable game filled with gritty comebacks, shrewd openings, and a player who’s not afraid to lose spectacularly while aiming for victory. After all, in the words of daaaj’s rating journey, it’s not just about the destination—it’s the thrilling rollercoaster ride that counts!


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
quintiliano1 1W / 0L / 0D
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tbouquet 0W / 1L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
mxmig 9W / 3L / 0D
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alexsis869 3W / 0L / 0D
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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 964 1205
2024 1011
2023 1282 1268 1060
Rating by Year2023202420251282964YearRatingBulletBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 91W / 71L / 1D 71W / 85L / 5D 55.2
2024 172W / 159L / 7D 142W / 185L / 13D 54.3
2023 228W / 201L / 13D 207W / 209L / 20D 61.9

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 61 35 25 1 57.4%
Queens Gambit Accepted Old Variation 60 37 21 2 61.7%
French Defense Exchange Variation 53 27 24 2 50.9%
French Defense Normal Variation 48 23 22 3 47.9%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation 37 16 20 1 43.2%
Queens Pawn Opening 36 20 14 2 55.6%
Slav Defense 34 15 18 1 44.1%
French Defense Advance Paulsen Attack 33 21 12 0 63.6%
Three Knights Opening 31 23 8 0 74.2%
Philidor Defense 31 17 13 1 54.8%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Main Line 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 4 1 3 0 25.0%
Scandinavian Defense 4 3 0 1 75.0%
French Defense Normal Variation 4 2 2 0 50.0%
Scotch Game 3 1 2 0 33.3%
Pirc Defense 3 1 2 0 33.3%
Van t Kruijs Opening 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Three Knights Opening 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Colle System Anti Colle Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Queens Gambit Declined Baltic Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scotch Game Classical Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Four Knights Game Italian Variation 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Giuoco Piano Game 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Sicilian Defense Nimzowitsch Closed 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Modern Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Slav Defense Modern Quiet Schallopp Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Danish Gambit 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Vienna Game Anderssen Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Giuoco Piano Game Four Knights Game 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Kings Pawn Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 1
Losing 9 0