About ;))
Meet ;)), a bullet chess warrior with a penchant for quick-fire games and relentless tactics. Starting out with humble ratings, ;)) drastically improved and eventually achieved an astounding peak bullet rating of 2779 in mid-2025. This player’s journey through the ranks is a testament to sheer grit, strategy, and a subtle touch of chess genius!
Playing Style & Tactics
Known for their tactical awareness, ;)) exhibits some impressive characteristics:
- Comeback rate: 82.07%, showing resilience when the going gets tough.
- Winning after losing a piece: 52.41%, proving not to be easily discouraged.
- Prefers early resignations at a modest rate of 6.42%, avoiding prolonged losses.
- Typically, ;)) plays an average of 73 moves per win, demonstrating a solid and methodical approach even in rapid games.
- White pieces yield a stronger performance with a win rate of 56.65%.
- Has a slightly lower win rate with the black pieces at 52.8%, showing competitive play regardless of color.
Favorite Openings
When it comes to openings, ;)) shows a particular preference for dynamic and less orthodox openings, especially in bullet chess:
- Hungarian Opening: The mainstay with over 2100 games and a strong 61.17% win rate.
- Benko Opening: Used over 1100 times with a cool 62.58% win ratio.
- Van't Kruijs Opening and Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Favorites demonstrating a sharp strategic mindset and flexibility.
Notable Achievements
- Peak Blitz rating: 2802 (June 2025) — a truly legendary status in fast chess.
- Peak Rapid rating: 2454, showcasing strong adaptability across time controls.
- Conquered (and sometimes crushed) many opponents with remarkable consistency like 'okplayer1980' (89.19% win rate) and 'kingdamian1' (79.35% win rate)!
- Typically shines during the early morning hours, with the best performance around 1:00 AM, catching opponents asleep both figuratively and literally.
Fun Facts & Trivia
Behind every move, ;)) carries:
- An impressive longest winning streak of 38 games (because who’s counting, right?).
- A current winning streak in progress, so watch out for a hot hand at the board.
- Has faced thousands of unique opponents proving that the chess world can’t get enough of ;)).
- Enjoys slightly higher win rates on Wednesdays and Mondays — maybe a midweek motivator or just love for Monday coffee.
- Average first capture at move 6 — swift and decisive!
Summary
Whether rushing through bullet games or strategizing in blitz, ;))’s play is exciting, resilient, and ever-evolving. With a formidable presence on the server, ;)) not only conquers openings like Hungarian and Benko but also leaves a legacy of tactical grips, epic comebacks, and memorable matches.
Follow the journey, learn from the twists and turns, and perhaps get inspired by a player who knows how to keep cool when the clock’s ticking down!