dante mogollón

Dante Mogollón (a.k.a. deltoropppp)

Meet Dante Mogollón, a courageous chess warrior known online as deltoropppp. With a rating dance that could rival the most dramatic soap operas, Dante's rapid rating peaked at a spine-tingling 545 in August 2024 before taking a casual stroll down to the mid-200s in 2025. But hey, ratings are just numbers—chess is all about style, flair, and the occasional daring queen sacrifice!

Specializing mostly in rapid games, Dante’s battlefield spans hundreds of matches, boasting close to a 51% win rate in rapid (232 wins, 225 losses, 46 draws). Daily games see a smaller sample size but an impressive peak rating of 677. Blitz? Let’s just say it's an ongoing quest for glory with tweaks and learning moments.

Opening repertoire highlights

• King's Pawn Opening: Dante's favorite opening, with over 97 rapid games and a solid 54.6% win rate. The king's knight variations and their sneaky defenses have been a mixed bag, but hey, variety is the spice of chess life!
• Nimzowitsch Defense: A cunning weapon in Dante’s arsenal, crowned with a sharp 66.7% success rate. Watch out, opponents—he's got some surprises up his sleeve.
• Scandinavian Defense: Another strategic pet, winning nearly 62% of the time. Clearly, Dante enjoys shaking opponents out of their comfort zones early.

The player in action

Dante’s style reflects thoughtful endurance: averaging over 52 moves in wins and losses alike. Early resignations are rare—only about 6%, because who gives up without a proper fight? His comeback rate stands tall at an impressive 66%, showing he’s the comeback kid who thrives under pressure.

Psychological tidbits reveal a player who’s at their best early in the day (~7 AM), with surprisingly steady performances across various times, though hours like 7 AM and 13-14 PM shine brightest. One might say Dante’s brain has a caffeine timer synchronized with sunrise!

Famous Battles

Dante recently trounced Minhuelo with a dazzling checkmate after a calculated opening assault, ending the game in a thrilling finish that even grandmasters would applaud. When not winning, Dante takes losses with grace—like the respectful nod after a well-fought match against Mikechess2016 where resignation was the final bow.

Off the board

Apart from ringing the virtual chess bells, Dante fancies a good challenge from a variety of opponents, including notable victories against longtime rivals like r00raja and checkered_dreamin with 100% win rates. He plays the game not just to win, but to keep learning and enjoying those electric moments when a brilliant tactic turns the tide.

In short: Dante Mogollón is the embodiment of persistence, quirky resilience, and strategic creativity. A player to keep your eye on — or your queen safe from.