Jack Gieber III

Jack Gieber III - The Rollercoaster Maestro of Rapid Chess

Meet Jack Gieber III, a chess player whose rapid games resemble a thrilling rollercoaster ride more than a quiet museum tour. Known online as EX-Jackson, Jack’s chess journey is a tale of ups, downs, and some startling twists—often quite literally on the board.

Rating and Performance

Jack's peak Rapid rating sprinted to 466 back in October 2024—proof that when he's on form, the pieces obey his every command. Yet his rating story is peppered with dramatic dips and rises, a mark of a player who battles fiercely in every match (and sometimes, maybe just sometimes, resigns early—about 17.3% of the time).
His current rapid rating sits comfortably around the 350s, steadily improving with nearly 230 rapid games logged recently and a commendable 137 wins against 116 losses.

Playing Style

Jack has an affection for the Bishop's Opening and the Nimzowitsch Defense, boasting win rates of 60% and over 60% respectively. He values early tactical skirmishes, with his average first capture happening by move 7—because why let the pawns just sit there?

This player combines a knack for comebacks (nearly 68%!) with a powerful feast-or-famine style that sometimes sees one-sided losses about a quarter of the time. His average game length is near 50 moves—enough time to brew up some tricks and traps but short enough to keep you on the edge of your seat.

Psychological Factors & Game Timing

Jack’s psychological resilience shines through his ability to avoid tilting more than most (tilt factor: 6), and his best results come when the clock strikes noon or just after. He’s a morning-afternoon strategist: beware if you meet him around lunch hour as he runs a perfect 100% win rate then!

Notable Opener Favorites

• Van Geet Opening - a stunning 75% win rate in rapid games, proving Jack’s love for subtle and less trodden paths.
• Nimzowitsch Defense - tactical awareness and precision elevate his game here to nearly 70% success.
• Bishop's Opening - Jack's trusty go-to for core openings, winning more than half the time.

Recent Memorable Showdowns

Jack recently secured victory in a razor-sharp encounter featuring a classic checkmate finish with the van Geet and King's Pawn openings neela1603. Though sometimes encountering tough rivals like weirdeep and dbodet, Jack stays battle-hardened and positions himself for future wins.

The Man Behind the Moves

A bit quirky, a bit stubborn, Jack is exactly the kind of player who makes following his games a rollercoaster: from heart-stopping comebacks to occasionally throwing in an early towel when the chips are down. But when he’s in the zone, his games are a mix of clever play and surprising bursts of brilliance.

In short: If you want excitement and unpredictability, challenge Jack. And remember — patience is a virtue, because Jack’s next comeback could be just a move away.

Rating Trends Snapshot

Sample of Jack's Tactical Brilliance:

Here's a recent win demonstrating endgame mastery and timing: