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Playing Since: 2024-02-28 (Active)

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Blitz: 2974
331W / 122L / 24D
Bullet: 2851
267W / 97L / 20D

Profile: Dumbo_21 — The International Master with a Surprise (and a Laugh)

Meet Dumbo_21, the chess player who’s breaking the mold (and sometimes the opponent’s spirit) with a blend of tactical genius and relentless winning streaks. Holding the prestigious title of International Master under FIDE, Dumbo_21 has proven to be a formidable force on both the Bullet and Blitz chessboards.

Rating & Achievements

In 2024, Dumbo_21 soared past ratings north of 2800 in both Bullet and Blitz, with peak ratings of 2859 in Bullet and an astonishing 2881 in Blitz — numbers that make even grandmasters raise an eyebrow. Not one to rest on their laurels, Dumbo_21 kept the momentum going into 2025, maintaining a solid 2800+ rating in rapid-fire games.

Playing Style: Chess Marathoner with Ninja Reflexes

Known for a staggering 81.75% endgame frequency and an average of over 80 moves per win, Dumbo_21 doesn’t just blunder or blitz away — they grind, outmaneuver, and outlast. Despite the quick nature of Bullet and Blitz formats, they average long, strategic games that keep fans entertained and opponents guessing.

Statistical Wizardry & Tactical Smarts

  • Win rates are enviable: ~74.8% when playing White, and 71.2% playing Black.
  • An incredible 90.4% comeback rate says they’re not about to fold when the going gets tough.
  • After losing a piece? Dumbo_21 wins in that scenario 100% of the time — talk about turning lemons into lemons... but staged checkmates.
  • Zero tolerance for early resignations. Stuff happens, and Dumbo_21 stays on the board to make you pay.

Secret Openings & Sneaky Tactics

Dumbo_21’s opening repertoire is deliciously cryptic — simply called "Top Secret" — and it pays off handsomely with stunning win rates of 78.3% in Bullet and 70.5% in Blitz.

Psychological Edge & Social Persona

With a tilt factor of just 5, Dumbo_21 rarely loses composure, even in high-stress arenas. Their love for rated games shows: a spectacular 73% better win rate compared to casual matches.

Beware the late night hours (1 AM is their peak!), when they hit a staggering 91% win rate — maybe their secret is midnight snacks and caffeine!

Rivalries & Fan Club

They’ve tangled frequently and successfully with heavy hitters like streetmasters (72.0% win rate) and zoranp (78.95%), but watch out — some foes like jumbo have managed to keep them below 50% wins.

Dumbo_21's charm: they actually win against some of their recent opponents (like theconquerer and futurgm100100) 100% of the time. Opponents beware: playing Dumbo_21 is like walking into a lion’s den — only the lions keep winning.

The Final Word

If you see Dumbo_21’s username pop up in your game lobby, get ready for a chess rollercoaster. With master-level titles, unbeatable tactical comebacks, and a whimsical sense of humor (as their username hints), Dumbo_21 is a player part legend, part meme, and all competitive fire.

Chess might be serious business, but Dumbo_21 proves there’s always room for a little fun — and maybe a cheeky underdog victory or two!


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Overall Performance

Your recent bullet games show a solid performance with a strength adjusted win rate of approximately 60%. This is a strong indicator that you are consistently performing well against opponents of varying skill levels. Your rating trends affirm this, with a 1-month rating increase of 58 points and steady positive slopes over 3, 6, and 12 months, highlighting ongoing improvement and potential.

Highlights From Recent Wins

  • You effectively utilize flexible openings like the English Opening and Trompowsky Attack, allowing you to dictate the midgame. This adaptability is a big plus in bullet chess.
  • Successful execution of tactical strikes and attacking plans was prominent, especially in games where you delivered checkmate within 40 moves or fewer.
  • Your ability to maintain pressure and convert small advantages into wins is commendable.
  • Notable precision in the final attacking sequences, such as quick tactical combinations that ended games decisively.

Areas For Growth

  • In your losses against higher-rated players, the critical moments often involved complex tactical sequences where more caution or calculation could help. Studying those moments could improve your resilience under pressure.
  • Consider reviewing defensive techniques against aggressive openings like the Nimzo-Indian Defense and sharper lines related to the Sicilian Defense, as they appeared in some losses.
  • Time management is crucial in bullet; some games ended in time losses. Improving quick decision-making without compromising accuracy will enhance your outcomes.
  • Try to consolidate your advantages more firmly in the middle game to avoid unnecessary complications that may lead to your opponent’s counterplay.

Opening Strategy Suggestions

You have a preference for openings such as the English Opening, Trompowsky Attack, and Sicilian Defense structures. Here are some suggestions to further deepen your opening preparation:

  • Explore the nuances of the English Opening and continue reinforcing your middle game plans from its resulting positions.
  • Strengthen your responses to the Nimzo-Indian Defense since it has challenged you recently; focusing on common tactical motifs in this opening can be very rewarding.
  • For the Sicilian Defense, practice thematic pawn breaks and tactical ideas to meet aggressive opponents more confidently.

Next Steps for Improvement

To continue your progress and capitalize on your current momentum, consider the following:

  • Analyze critical positions from your recent losses with a chess engine or coach to understand tactical oversights and missed opportunities.
  • Engage in focused drills on calculation and pattern recognition to enhance your bullet speed and accuracy.
  • Practice endgame techniques to secure wins when you gain a material advantage, particularly under time pressure.
  • Regularly study attacking motifs to maintain your strong attacking play found in many of your wins.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
plorpz 1W / 0L / 0D View
therevengearc 2W / 0L / 0D View
sunnychess20209 0W / 1L / 0D View
Rasan04 1W / 0L / 0D View
purplepanda33 1W / 0L / 0D View
Tanmay Chopra 1W / 0L / 0D View
yoelpolanco 2W / 0L / 0D View
kowtsjeff 1W / 0L / 0D View
vibhu11 0W / 1L / 0D View
Mighty_Gladius16 3W / 0L / 0D View
Most Played Opponents
Paulo Prata 18W / 7L / 0D View Games
adam657 13W / 5L / 1D View Games
Rinat Jumabayev 8W / 11L / 0D View Games
Zoran Petronijevic 15W / 4L / 0D View Games
Yoon-Young Kim 7W / 7L / 1D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2851 2945
2024 2822 2823
Rating by Year2024202529452822YearRatingBulletBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 134W / 45L / 16D 118W / 71L / 8D 84.7
2024 172W / 43L / 10D 160W / 55L / 7D 81.5

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 24 17 6 1 70.8%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 16 8 8 0 50.0%
East Indian Defense 15 11 0 4 73.3%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 12 8 3 1 66.7%
Modern 11 9 1 1 81.8%
Amazon Attack 10 6 3 1 60.0%
King's Indian Attack 8 8 0 0 100.0%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 8 6 2 0 75.0%
Australian Defense 8 5 2 1 62.5%
Czech Defense 7 5 1 1 71.4%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 55 40 12 3 72.7%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 19 11 7 1 57.9%
Amazon Attack 16 10 3 3 62.5%
Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line 13 10 2 1 76.9%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 13 6 7 0 46.1%
Sicilian Defense 12 11 1 0 91.7%
Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation 10 9 1 0 90.0%
Scandinavian Defense 9 5 2 2 55.6%
French Defense: Burn Variation 9 5 4 0 55.6%
French Defense: Advance Variation 9 4 5 0 44.4%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 24 2
Losing 5 0
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