Profile of dmaldon9: The Chess Journeyman
Meet dmaldon9, a resilient and ever-persistent chess player navigating the wild world of online chess with a rating rollercoaster that would make any amusement park jealous. Starting out with a modest rapid rating below 600 in late 2020, dmaldon9 steadily climbed the ranks, peaking impressively at 933 in early 2023. While the climb hasn’t been without its dips, averaging in the 600s-700s in recent months, their dedication is undefeated.
Blitz battles reveal a gritty competitor, with a highest blitz rating of 647 achieved in mid-2023, fighting through hundreds of games every year. With over 1400 wins and a relentless spirit shown in more than 1400 losses, the win-loss-draw record tells a tale of a player who never quit. The day dmaldon9 plays best? Apparently around 11 AM, when the mind is sharpest and the coffee probably strongest.
Known for escaping tough situations, this player boasts an impressive comeback rate of nearly 78% – yes, dmaldon9 is the personification of “don’t count me out just yet.” The average game length for wins hovers around 72 moves, so patience and endurance are in their toolkit, even if the losses are a bit quicker, around 63 moves on average.
Favorite opening? Well, dmaldon9 seems to enjoy a bit of mystery, with a large number of games played under the "Unknown Opening" category, but also dabbles successfully in the Italian Game and King's Pawn Opening variants with respectable win rates. Their play style balances attack and defense, with a slightly better performance holding the white pieces (47% win rate) than black (44%).
Despite the ups and downs, dmaldon9 is no stranger to streaks — having hit a 10-game winning streak and a 10-game losing streak at various times — proving that the rollercoaster ride is real and all in good fun. Not just a lone wolf, they frequently meet opponents like adrian1042 and vengefulmentor, making the online chess community a little more vibrant.
And about the recent games? dmaldon9 closed a tense rapid game on June 2, 2025, against pkzetor with a victorious time win after a dynamic Sicilian Defense – McDonnell Attack. However, the day was not without setbacks, including a brutal checkmate loss on the same day, reminding us all that chess, much like life, is a mix of strategic wins and humbling defeats.
So if you're looking to challenge a player who combines perseverance, a cunning sense of timing, and a bit of mystery in openings, dmaldon9 might just be your next worthy adversary. Just don’t underestimate that 77% comeback rate — this player might sneak back from the brink when you least expect it!
