Andre Kunz (dealshark) - Candidate Master Extraordinaire
Andre Kunz, known in the online chess realm as dealshark, is no ordinary player – they're a Candidate Master recognized by FIDE, which means the chess gods have given them a well-deserved nod of approval.
With the cunning of a shark circling the board, Andre’s journey showcases a blazing rocket ride through bullet and blitz chess. Their peak blitz rating soared at an impressive 2566 in May 2024, while bullet saw them darting to a heart-stopping 2637 just this year. The daily and rapid formats might be less their playground, but when the timer ticks down and the moves start flying, dealshark is all business.
Playing Style and Strengths
Andre has a strong taste for the endgame, with nearly 78% of games winding down into tactical battles and strategic precise finales. Average moves per win hover around 77, proving that they aren't one to rush—unless it's blitz or bullet, of course! Early resignation is rare, just about half a percent, suggesting that quitting is for mere mortals, not Candidate Masters.
One remarkable trait is their fantastic comeback rate – a staggering 88.84% of games see dealshark clawing back from behind, a true chess gladiator refusing to go down without a fight. They’re also quite the tactician, winning more than a third of the games even after losing a piece.
Opening Arsenal
Andre isn’t shy about mixing it up. From Top Secret variations to charmingly sneaky lines like the Alapin Sicilian or the French Defense Kings Indian Attack, they keep opponents guessing—and losing, often. A 100% win rate in a handful of sharp opening lines? Dealshark seems to have a few opening tricks tucked in their sleeve.
Humor & Quirks
Despite skating at the edge of grandmaster territory, Andre carries the humility (and humor) of a casual blitz enthusiast. They have a tilt factor of just 20, indicating they keep calm when the muck hits the fan—and that’s impressive for someone playing with the speed of a bullet train.
Fun fact: their best time to pounce is literally at dawn, around 6 AM—because nothing says “shark attack” like a killer instinct before breakfast. So if you want to face dealshark, better set your alarm clock.
Recent Battles
In a recent clash against a tough opponent named checkofcash, dealshark snuck in a swift, elegant checkmate in just 13 moves—proof that even when playing for fun, they bring lethal style to the board. Sure, every master has their off day, and a recent loss on time reminds us that even sharks can sometimes swim into time trouble.
Legacy & Presence
With thousands of games streamed, logged, and analyzed, Andre Kunz is a fixture in the competitive chess scene, a mix of resilience, speed, and strategic depth. Ready to outwit you in less than a minute, and humble enough to start another game right after losing, they embody the passion and unpredictability that makes chess so addictive.
Keep an eye on dealshark – this Candidate Master is swimming fast and going deep!