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Dusty-Kid IM

Since 2024 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟
45.9%- 47.2%- 6.9%
Bullet 3168
439W 352L 25D
Blitz 3004
937W 1062L 182D
Rapid 2408
1W 0L 0D

Dusty-Kid: The International Master with a Blitz Bang

Meet Dusty-Kid, an International Master certified by FIDE, whose blitz rating has soared to a breathtaking peak of 3060 in May 2025. If chess ratings were roller coasters, Dusty-Kid’s would be the wildest ride at the park—with thrilling climbs and nerve-wracking drops!

Known for tactical wizardry, Dusty-Kid plays a fast and furious game, averaging nearly 95 moves per win (because why end early when you can make it a marathon?). With an impressive 42.7% win rate as both White and Black, this player blends consistent precision with fierce resilience, boasting a comeback rate just shy of 90%. Losing a piece? Dusty-Kid thinks, “Bring it on!” and fights back with a 41% win rate after such setbacks.

Their blitz journey is as intense as a caffeine rush—158 wins and 156 losses in just one month alone (June 2024), showing both stamina and tenacity in every bullet and blitz battle. Dusty-Kid has survived some brutal streaks, including a grueling 15-game losing streak, but always emerges with fresh strategies and a twinkle of mischief in their tactical eye.

Opening Moves: Top Secret and a Dash of Flair

When it comes to openings, Dusty-Kid keeps opponents guessing with a “Top Secret” arsenal, amassed over 1361 blitz games and a respectable win rate of 42.8%. They also have a penchant for sharper sidelines, thriving on variations like the Alapin Sicilian Defense and the Caro-Kann Advance (Botvinnik Carls Defense), each boasting an 80% win rate over multiple games. Modern variations like the Accelerated Dragon may throw a curveball with no wins, but hey, even masters have favorite nemeses!

Fan Favorites and Foes

Dusty-Kid has tangled frequently with rivals such as rud_makarian (34 duels) and mind1mover (32 duels), showing a competitive spirit that refuses to fade. Their personal best win record shines against some opponents like volcanoexplorer and bluewizzard, where Dusty-Kid boasts a perfect 100% win rate. If you want to challenge their mettle, bring your A-game — because Dusty-Kid fights with the intensity of a caffeine-fueled knight on a midnight blitz spree.

On and Off the Clock

Dusty-Kid’s prime gaming hours are surprisingly daytime-friendly, peaking around noon with a smashing 65% win rate at 12 PM and holding a solid edge between afternoon and early evening. The psychological tilt factor hovers at a manageable 15%, meaning Dusty-Kid can hold cool nerves even when the clock is ticking down and the adrenaline spikes.

Memorable Battles

Their most recent victories and defeats tell the story of a fierce competitor: always ready to resign to no one and willing to push every pawn, exchange every piece, and battle down to the last second. With games that unfold into packed tactical melees and unexpected twists, Dusty-Kid's board is a stage of relentless chess drama.

In sum: Dusty-Kid is that rare blend of grit and guile, a blitz beast who’s part strategist, part fighter, and 100% unforgettable on the 64 squares. Approach with caution—and maybe a good chess clock.

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