Marlon Miller - The FIDE Master with a Blitz Twist
Known in the chess world as a sly tactician and a fierce competitor, Marlon Miller proudly carries the prestigious title of FIDE Master. With an impressive track record spanning bullet, blitz, rapid, and even daily formats (because who doesn’t love a good slow burn?), Marlon’s chess journey reads like a rollercoaster of thrilling victories and the occasional humbling defeat.
Rating Snapshot
- Blitz: Peaked at a sharp 2382 in 2023, with a current rating still cruising at a formidable 2249 (2025).
- Bullet: A bullet rating high score of 2485 in 2022 proves Marlon’s lightning-fast moves are no flash in the pan.
- Rapid: While not blazing as fast, a solid 1560 rating (2025) shows versatility.
- Daily: A modest presence with a perfect score in a limited 2 games.
Playing Style & Personality
With a penchant for longer endgames—clocking an average of 71 moves per win—Marlon clearly believes in the beauty of a drawn-out strategic battle. Yet don’t mistake patience for passivity; their 85.77% comeback rate is testament to an indomitable fighting spirit and a mind that refuses to resign even when the odds look grim.
Marlon is known to sometimes bid farewell early in a match (early resignation rate of 7.73%), but when the game’s on, they don’t just play to win—they play to outwit and outlast, catching unsuspecting opponents off-guard well into the endgame.
Strongest Moves (& Stats)
- Dominates especially in Blitz and Bullet formats with a winning rate hovering just above 51%, while Rapid games show a spicy 63% win rate.
- White pieces seem lucky—enjoying a win rate of nearly 54%, though the Black pieces aren’t far behind.
- Careful to avoid tilt, Marlon keeps a low tilt factor of 10, proving nerves of steel aren’t just a myth.
Favorite Opponents & Rivals
While the full roster of Marlon’s opponents reads like a “Who’s Who” of online chess, a few rivals deserve special mention. Against “hamadannn,” “amtrakz042,” “masternick,” and “michaelquang,” Marlon boasts a flawless 100% win rate, asserting dominance with comedic certainty. Of course, no career is complete without nemeses, and sadly “stefanbohl” has remained undefeated against Marlon’s attacks.
Fun Fact
Marlon’s snack break timing might be the secret sauce—they tend to rack up highest winning percentages during 15:00 and 17:00 hours, making it clear that a well-timed caffeine fix correlates with tactical brilliance.
In summary, Marlon Miller isn’t just a player who makes moves; they make moments. Whether storming through bullet games or outlasting opponents in endgames, Marlon’s blend of grit, speed, and strategy makes them a formidable and entertaining chess force to watch (and avoid losing to).