Edgardo J. Almedina Ortiz - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Edgardo J. Almedina Ortiz, known to some as ejalmedina, is a chess force to be reckoned with—officially crowned as a FIDE Master, a title earned through sheer grit, skill, and probably a few lucky captures. With a blitz rating soaring as high as 2413 and a rapid peak at a stunning 2315, Edgardo’s tactical prowess is evident for all to see on the virtual battlefield.
Edgardo's chess journey reads like an epic saga: from early days cautiously climbing the rating ladder, to hammering out epic winning streaks (including a legendary 17-game hot streak), to mastering all chess speeds—be it bullet, blitz, rapid, or daily. Their blitz games are especially prolific, boasting over 16,000 battles played and a respectable win rate just shy of 53% against a galaxy of global opponents.
What separates Edgardo from the average pawn pusher? An almost supernatural ability to come back from the brink of defeat with an 86.77% comeback rate and an almost perfect 99.39% win rate after losing a piece. Clearly, resignation is not in Edgardo’s vocabulary—except for an early resignation rate of just 1.65%, which is arguably an act of mercy for the opposition.
Edgardo’s playing style is a curious blend of endurance and precision, with average games lasting nearly 70 moves, and a habit of hunting endgames in almost 77% of matches. Whether wielding the white pieces or black, Edgardo maintains a healthy winning edge, boasting a 54.82% win rate as White and an equally tough 51.03% as Black, proving versatility isn't just a buzzword for this master.
When not outwitting opponents, Edgardo might be strategizing on which chess meme to share next or calculating the probability of winning after a coffee break. A chess enthusiast who proves that patience, persistence, and a powerful pawn attack can lift anyone to masterful heights – or at least provide some good laughs along the way.