Frode Elsness - The International Master Whisperer
Frode Elsness, also known by the enigmatic username DarkPassenger007, is an International Master who dances deftly across the chessboard with the flair of a grandmaster in disguise. Awarded the prestigious IM title by FIDE, Frode has proven time and again that a great mind is as much about strategy as it is about persistence—and maybe a hint of mystery.
Rating Journey
From a blitz rating just shy of 2000 in 2017 to breaking the 2500 barrier in blitz by 2024, Frode's rapid rise has been nothing short of impressive. Bullet ratings tell a similar story, peaking above 2300, revealing a player who’s not just fast but also fiercely accurate under extreme time pressure. Rapid games see Frode comfortably around the 2000 mark, with a tactical sharpness that’s a nightmare for opponents.
Playing Style and Strengths
- Endgame enthusiast: Frode fires up the endgame phase in nearly 70% of his games, showing patience and precision.
- Never gives up: With an 85.57% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece, Frode could turn a chessboard disaster into a victory party.
- Attack with style: His average game spans over 70 moves when winning—who said blitz games can’t be a saga?
Record That Speaks Volumes
Blazing through 300+ blitz games and nearly 650 bullet clashes, Frode has racked up impressive wins, especially in blitz where he boasts a near 48% win rate over 350 highly classified games. His black pieces are particularly dangerous, wielding a win rate above 39%! Caution to foes: resigning early is not Frode’s style; he fights to the last move.
The Opponent Chronicles
Frode has tangled with a wide spectrum of challengers. He maintains a respectable edge against frequent opponents such as fartnroses12 (67.5% win rate over 77 games) and dispatches others with ruthless efficiency. But watch out—some opponents still get the better of him, keeping the rivalry alive and chessboards sizzling.
A Psychological Profile
Despite a tilt factor of 15 (pretty good for such high-stakes battles), Frode shows a pronounced edge in rated games, winning nearly 40% more! He prefers peak playing hours around the evening, where his win rates soar above 60%, sometimes hitting a dazzling 80% at 10 AM (because why not?).
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: a notable 15 games, proving once and for all that unstoppable streaks do exist beyond fairy tales.
- Uses “Top Secret” openings so secret even he might forget what they are.
- Will almost never resign early; Frode believes every queen deserves a fair fight!
In short, Frode Elsness is not just a chess player, but a calculated storm on 64 squares, charming foes and fans alike with his resilience, strategy, and that elusive dark passenger spirit.