DavidMoan - Chess Enthusiast & Tactical Warrior
Meet DavidMoan, a passionate chess player on a rollercoaster ride through the ranks of Rapid, Blitz, Daily, and even Bullet chess. Despite a rating that might make grandmasters chuckle (peaking at 1335 in Rapid and 886 in Blitz), DavidMoan brings a unique blend of persistence, tactical flair, and occasional baffling blunders to every board.
Career Highlights & Style
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Peak Moments: Rapid peak rating of 1335 (August 2024), Blitz peak of 886 (September 2024), and a flawless 1200 Daily rating in February 2025. Bullet? A modest 516 peak - hey, speed chess is hard when coffee’s running low.
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Playing Style: DavidMoan is a bit of an early resignator, calling it quits roughly 7% of the time when things aren't looking good. But don’t count him out! With nearly 48% frequency of endgame play, he loves the late drama — averaging about 54 moves per win and hardly ever quick-shortcutting games.
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Tactical Awareness: An astonishing comeback rate of 67.59% suggests DavidMoan rarely stays down for long – even after losing a piece, his win rate hovers at a respectable 41.7%. Though a stubborn 12.46% suffer from one-sided losses, hey, no journey is without its bruises.
Notable Openings
DavidMoan favors the Bishop's Opening – and his variation skills show promise, especially the Boi Variation, where he boasts an impressive 61.19% win rate in Rapid. His Scandinavian Defense skills nearly tip the scales with a 49.5% win rate. In Blitz, the Scandinavian Defense Mieses-Kotrc Variation is his secret weapon, smashing opponents 80% of the time.
Psychological Notes & Quirks
Our hero’s tilt factor stands at 12, meaning when the chips are down, things can get a little spicy – but overall, he thrives best around noon, clocking his highest win rates around 12:00 PM. When squaring off against higher-rated foes, DavidMoan takes it on the chin, winning only 13% of such battles — but dominates below-rated opponents with over 83% wins. So if you’re DavidMoan, play the underdog with confidence!
Recent Drama on the Board
DavidMoan’s recent games tell tales of thrilling victories and gut-wrenching defeats. One of his latest wins involved a spectacular checkmate delivered against FibWizz, showcasing his sly endgame prowess. Yet, no warrior’s path is without setbacks, and losses to players like belman89 and itachi3096 remind him that humility is part of the game.
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 13 games – enough to intimidate a local coffee shop chess crowd.
- Current streak: Recovering from a short losing streak, proving resilience is his middle name.
- Most-played opponent: Trobmob, who has seen DavidMoan’s hand 42 times — friendship or rivalry? Only the chess gods know.
Summary
A player who loves the fight, sometimes throws in the towel early (but not always!), and relishes the dramatic struggles of the endgame. DavidMoan might not yet be the king of the hill, but every move reflects a spirit that’s both serious and spirited – a true chess warrior in the making.
So next time you face DavidMoan, remember: behind that rating number lies a fierce competitor, a comeback artist, and perhaps the only player who can make a Bishop’s Opening look like an epic saga.
