Daniel Centron Antuna (Dacean99) - FIDE Master
Meet Daniel Centron Antuna, known in the chess circles and online arenas as Dacean99, a formidable FIDE Master whose blitz prowess can only be described as lightning with a side of cunning finesse. With a peak blitz rating soaring above 2700, Daniel is a whirlwind on the 64 squares, leaving opponents checking their moves twice—and sometimes thrice.
Daniel’s chess journey is not for the faint of heart. From a humble beginning with a blitz rating under 2000 in 2017, he rapidly ascended the ranks, conquering over 2,600 points in blitz and flirting with the elite threshold in bullet and rapid formats. His tactical awareness? Off the charts. The man has a comeback rate of 87%, meaning if you think you’ve won, think again—Daniel might just turn the tables when your guard is down.
Playing Style & Psychological Tricks
If chess were a rollercoaster, Daniel would be the one twisting the track midway. He averages about 79 moves per win, showing endurance and a love for endgames—82.8% of his games reach the final act. His early resignation rate is a humble 0.73%, proving that he fights hard even when the odds look grim. Also, heads up: his best time to play is 5 AM—apparently, while you're still snoozing, Daniel’s busy tutoring his bishops and knights to dance circles around you.
Signature Openings & Win Rates
Daniel’s opening repertoire is like a secret recipe, known only to a lucky few. His top “secret” openings dominate with a 51% win rate in blitz and an even more impressive 68% in rapid. From the Pirc Defense to the French Defense Classical Steinitz Boleslavsky Variation, and even the elusive Queen’s Pawn Opening - Pseudo Catalan Variation, he adapts fluidly to opponents’ strategies.
Battle-Tested And Battle-Hardened
Over 2,300 blitz games tell the tale of a relentless competitor. With more wins than losses (1183 wins to 953 losses) and a few draws to keep things spicy, Daniel’s record is a testament to his consistent skill and stamina. In rapid and bullet formats, his win rates are similarly impressive, with a 55% win rate in bullet games and a near 70% win rate in rapid “top secret” openings.
Recent Adventures on the Board
His latest blitz conquest came courtesy of a strategic battle in the Queen’s Pawn Opening - Pseudo Catalan Variation, where Daniel, wielding the black pieces, forced his opponent to resign after precise and relentless pressure. When he’s not claiming victories by resignation, Daniel isn’t afraid to get creative with a checkmate, as demonstrated in a recent Birds Opening Dutch Variation—a guaranteed “checkmate and chill” scenario for his fans.
Behind the Moves
Daniel’s personality shines through his gameplay. Known for his tactical trickery and a stunning “come-from-behind” rate in games, he’s the kind of player who’d wink at you after he turns around a hopeless position. Off the board, Daniel is a mystery wrapped in a chessboard—his “Top Secret” openings suggest he’s probably moonlighting as a chess spy or a grandmaster in disguise. Or maybe just really, really good at hiding his true plans.
Whether you're a seasoned player or a casual enthusiast, watching Daniel Centron Antuna (Dacean99) blitz through opponents is like watching chess mastery in fast-forward—thrilling, unpredictable, and occasionally downright hilarious when he sacrifices a pawn for style. Keep an eye out; the chess world is lucky to have such a charming tactician lighting up the board!
Profile generated based on comprehensive statistics and recent games up to early 2025.