Player Profile: dh0808
Meet dh0808, a tenacious chess explorer navigating the wilds of the 600s rating range in Rapid, with Blitz and Daily ratings trailing behind like loyal pawns. Though not yet a Grandmaster (or even quite a Master), dh0808's journey through the battlefield of 64 squares is nothing short of an epic saga.
The Ratings Rollercoaster
Starting 2024 with a Rapid rating high of 593 and a low of 260, dh0808 has climbed steadily, peaking impressively at 674 in April 2025. The Blitz rating tells a tale of brave battles between 388 and 867, while the rarely-seen Daily games boast a solid 673 peak—proof of patience and endurance.
Playing Style
Known for waving the white flag early only 2.38% of the time, dh0808 loves bringing games deep into the endgame (66.07% frequency). The average winning battle lasts about 59 moves, but losses tend to be drawn-out marathons closer to 73 moves. White pieces bring slightly better luck (47.59% wins) compared to the black army (44.77%).
Tactical Prowess and Psychological Resilience
Quick to mount a comeback, dh0808 achieves a stunning 78.34% comeback rate after setbacks, showing a true fighting spirit. With a tilt factor of 8 (which roughly translates to "sometimes yelling at the board"), dh0808's favorite hour to play and shine? An odd 2 AM—chess by moonlight, anyone?
Favorite Openings & Signature Moves
The Three Knights Opening is dh0808’s secret weapon, where they boast a sparkling 57% win rate. The trusty Four Knights Game Italian Variation and King's Pawn Opening follow closely, showing a tasteful preference for classical, solid chess with a dash of flair. Occasionally, dh0808 ventures into the Scandinavian Defense battlefield, holding their own with over 50% wins in Rapid.
Recent Battles
June 2025 was quite a month! One memorable victory against nolan_pfr ended via resignation after a fierce duel in the Four Knights Italian Variation. But beware the nemesis aloneboy8181, who recently handed dh0808 a checkmating lesson — a reminder that even the best stumble on the steep climb of chess mastery.
Opponent Chronicles & Fun Facts
- dh0808 has a knack for making friends with usernames like danileo1 and alisoltani7, often rematching the same opponents.
- Win rates vary wildly from near-perfect victories over some to dismal struggles against others—a true rollercoaster.
- Games on Saturday and Friday seem to test patience: lowest weekend win rates hover under 40%, so perhaps weekends are for rest, not conquest.
Summary
In a chess universe full of kings, queens, and grandmasters, dh0808 is a persistent knight who dances elegantly among ups and downs, learning from every pawn lost and every check delivered. The path to chess glory is long, but with good humor, a fighting spirit, and a 2 AM spark, they're definitely on their way. Check. Mate. Onwards.
