Bastiaan

Bastiaan (Username: Degast)

Meet Bastiaan, a chess enthusiast whose nickname on the board is Degast. Over the years, Bastiaan has battled through thousands of games, crafting a journey of growth, setbacks, and a sprinkle of checkmating brilliance. Currently, Bastiaan’s peak ratings shine brightest in Rapid (970), Blitz (1056), Daily (617), and Bullet (637) formats – a versatile player who dances across the chessboard’s varied rhythms.

Chess Odyssey

Bastiaan started making waves way back in 2016, with a Blitz max rating slightly over 1000. Since then, the climb has been steep but steady, especially in Rapid games during 2023 and onwards, reaching a peak near 970. This player’s rapid-fire Blitz moves bring the heat too, peaking above 1050, while their Bullet speed chess rating hovers in the mid-600s.

Playing Style

Known for resilience, Bastiaan boasts a 'Comeback Rate' of nearly 79%, meaning if the pieces are lost, the fight is far from over. Though a humble 45.8% win rate after losing a piece keeps the suspense alive, the determined spirit never quits (only 4.27% early resignation rate). Expect long battles here — average moves per win hover around 57, and losses drag on even longer, averaging 65 moves.

Interestingly, Bastiaan’s win rates are balanced when playing White (about 51%) and Black (almost 50%). The player’s highest win streak is a respectable 14 games, with losing streaks capped thankfully at 7.

Signature Openings

• Van Geet Opening Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation: Bastiaan’s secret weapon in Rapid, winning a solid 75% of games here.
• Alekhine’s Defense: A sneaky favorite yielding nearly 74% victories.
• Modern Defense: Used extensively with a decent 52% win rate, indicating both adventurousness and experience.
• King’s Fianchetto Opening: The Achilles heel with only 30% wins — sometimes even the masters have their nemesis.

Psychological Profile and Game Timing

Bastiaan’s best time to strike? 1 AM — perhaps night owl tactics or just perfect timing to catch opponents off guard. The tilt factor of 7 shows some human frustration sneaks in after tough games, but this player bounces back!

Weekends look lucky with win rates hitting near 58% on Sundays and 56% on Saturdays. Afternoon and early evening hours are also good hunting grounds, with a 61% win rate at 5 PM and strong showings around 8 PM.

Recent Highlights

Bastiaan’s last known triumph was a slick demonstration of force in a Rapid game won by checkmate, showcasing tactical sharpness in the Ruy Lopez opening. On the other hand, losses have come from tough battles, often involving the Queen’s Gambit Declined – but hey, even champions taste defeat.

Overall Record

Across all formats, Bastiaan’s win-loss-draw tally is a testament to grit and passion:

• Rapid: 312 wins, 236 losses, 36 draws
• Blitz: 381 wins, 377 losses, 30 draws
• Daily: 8 wins, 9 losses
• Bullet: 7 wins, 10 losses

Not the most merciless of killers yet, but a player who’s clearly here for the long, intense campaign with a healthy dose of fun and a twinkle of brilliance.

In Conclusion

Bastiaan, aka Degast, is the kind of player you want on your radar – anyone who can stage a comeback nearly 4 out of 5 times and maintain a competitive win rate across all time controls sure knows their way around the chessboard. When not executing the Van Geet Reversed Nimzowitsch or the sneaky Alekhine’s Defense, this player might just be plotting the next clever trap or regretting that one fateful pawn move at 1 AM.