Reed Jones

Reed Jones (aka Etherwin)

Meet Reed Jones, a rapid chess dynamo whose rating trajectory reads like a thrilling rollercoaster—with way more ups than downs! Since bursting onto the scene in late 2023 with a modest rapid rating of 240, Reed has blitzed past milestones, peaking at an impressive 581 rapid rating by May 2025. That’s right, from "Who’s this guy?" to "Better watch your king!" in just over a year.

Playing Style & Strengths

Reed’s approach to the game is a beautiful mix of tactical flair and gritty resilience. His comeback rate of 60.33% proves he is a formidable fighter, thriving especially when the odds are against him (unless a piece goes missing, then his win rate drops to a humble 41.13%). Known for an average game length of around 53 moves, he’s not one to rush—each move is carefully plotted like a mini cliffhanger.

Funny thing is, he resigns early in nearly 9% of his games—perhaps a humble nod to knowing when to save brainpower for the next battle. Yet, his ability to pull off a checkmate remains strong with 121 wins ending in a royal flourish.

Opening Repertoire

Etherwin favors the Pirc Defense, a dynamic choice echoed in many of his games. His record there is a near-even split with 47% wins—enough to keep opponents guessing but not quite enough to brag at parties.

However, if you want to see Reed in his element, watch out for his King’s Pawn Opening - King's Knight Variation, boasting an absurd 92% win rate. When the classic e4 and Nf3 hustle gets going, Etherwin is a force of nature.

Time Control Preferences & Performance

Rapid is Reed’s playground with a hefty 581 peak rating, but Bullet chess is no slouch either, reaching over 540. Daily chess seems to be his meditation, with a fair but brief stint at 400 rating. While his Bullet play win rate is almost an even split, his Rapid category shines as his true battleground.

Psychological and Temporal Factors

Reed tends to shine brightest during early morning hours, especially around 10 AM, where his win rate hits a perfect 100% in some time slots (maybe fueled by strong coffee?). Tuesdays are his lucky days with a winning rate north of 61%, but beware Fridays and weekends where the slip-ups creep in.

He possesses a tilt factor of 8, a reminder that even chess warriors have their "Ugh, not again!" moments, but nothing too dramatic to keep him off the board.

Notable Battles & Opponents

Etherwin’s most recent wins include crafty victories by checkmate and resignation, showcasing his versatile endgame skills. He has favorites in the arena too, like macncheese99o whom he’s faced five times with an 80% success rate.

Opponents beware: Reed holds a 100% record against a slew of challengers (including diego-dussart and remzoubibou). But beware the occasional hiccup—his longest losing streak hit a rough patch of 8 consecutive games, proving even experts sometimes have those "Oops!" moments.

Fun Facts

• Reed’s favorite winning move? Delivering checkmate, of course—he's achieved that 121 times.
• He’s not just about white pieces domination; his black side win rate is a respectable 47.33%, proving he’s equally crafty in the shadows.
• Loves the Vienna Game Falkbeer Vienna Gambit with a strong 66.67% win rate, indicating a penchant for these spicy gambit plays.

In short, Reed Jones, aka Etherwin, is a chess player turning the game into a daily thrill ride, armed with tactical guts, strategic wizardry, and just enough early resignations to keep us all humble. Watch this space—he’s got many more kings to chase and pawns to promote!