danzam98 is a rapid-leaning chess player who turned online boards into a playground for clever ideas and quick tactics. Emerging in 2021, they quickly became known for practical, bite-sized battles and a cool head when the clock runs low.
Playing style and preferred time control
Rapid is the preferred time control, and danzam98 loves sharp, dynamic lines. They often experiment with aggressive openings such as the Amar Gambit and the London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation, exploring tactical chances as the pace quickens. In blitz and bullet, a wider catalog appears, but the rapid games showcase a fondness for energy-filled, fight-to-the-end positions.
Favored rapid openings include Amar Gambit and London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation
Also seen are aggressive setups like the Barnes Opening and certain Scandinavian lines
Milestones and memorable moments
danzam98 has shown dramatic streaks and a steady climb. The longest winning streak on record is 14 games, with a current winning streak of 4. Across rapid play, peak ratings have touched the high 1300s, including a Rapid peak of 1396 in 2025 and a daily peak around 1212 in late 2024. The journey is one of persistence, humor, and growth.
Opening performance and rivals
OpeningsPerformance data paints a picture of a player who thrives in fast, tactical skirmishes. In Rapid, Amar Gambit and Barnes Opening variants are frequently employed, while other lines like Sicilian Defense and QGA show up as well. Frequent online rivals include players such as jfenglish5, tahaa93, and roboticpawn, among others, with a record that reflects countless online battles and a strong will to learn from every game.
Rapid favorites: Amar Gambit, London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation
Notable rivals: jfenglish5, tahaa93, roboticpawn
Profile snapshot
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Your recent rapid games show a solid performance with a strength adjusted win rate of approximately 51%. Over the past six months, your rating has improved significantly by nearly 300 points, highlighting consistent growth and skill development. Although the last month has seen a slight dip in rating by 9 points, the positive trend slopes over 1, 3, 6, and 12 months indicate that you are continuing to make meaningful progress overall.
Strengths
Opening Repertoire: You appear comfortable with the Sicilian Defense, especially the Hyperaccelerated Dragon and related variations. This has led to several wins and seems to be a reliable choice for your playing style.
Conversion Skills: Several of your wins were concluded via resignation or checkmate, demonstrating good ability to capitalize on advantageous positions.
Endgame Awareness: In some games, your endgame technique is proficient, allowing you to create decisive threats and successfully finish games.
Areas for Improvement
Handling Pressure in the Mid-Game: Some losses suggest potential difficulties in complex positions arising from your chosen openings. For instance, in one loss against the Sicilian Dragon variation, opponents were able to secure a strong positional advantage relatively early. Working on middle-game strategy and tactical awareness could help in sustaining an advantage and avoiding critical errors.
Time Management: While your clock usage shows good pacing, some critical moves were made quickly, possibly contributing to positional misjudgments. Balancing speed and accuracy will help especially in rapid time controls.
Opening Variety: Diversifying your openings could make your play less predictable and expose you to a wider range of positions, which can broaden your understanding and adaptability.
Suggested Next Steps
Review key games, especially recent losses, to spot recurring tactical or strategic errors. Consider danzam98's own games and those of opponents to identify learning opportunities.
Study common tactical motifs in the Sicilian Defense and other openings you play to strengthen your calculation skills in critical moments.
Practice varied opening systems in casual or training games to gain familiarity and flexibility.
Use puzzles and tactics trainers focusing on middle-game complexity and endgame technique to improve your overall competence.
Maintain awareness of time usage during games, allocating sufficient thought to complex positions without excessive time trouble.
Encouragement
Your upward rating trajectory over several months demonstrates your dedication and ability to learn from experience. Keep building on your strengths and addressing the suggested areas for improvement. Consistency and focused practice will continue to advance your play.
