Faceofffear: The Rising Warrior of the Chessboard
Meet Faceofffear, a rapid chess enthusiast whose game is as unpredictable as their username suggests. With a peak rapid rating of 668 (achieved in April 2025) and a daily chess rating topping out at a solid 800, Faceofffear has been waging war on the 64 squares with a mix of tactical flair and endgame persistence.
Journey Through the Ratings
In the fast-and-furious world of Rapid chess, Faceofffear has played over 160 games in 2025 alone, winning 82, losing 79, and drawing a dozen. Their style reveals a love for battles that last: average moves per win hover around 56, a testament to games that keep fans on the edge of their seats. Although their bullet record is less impressive (2 losses in 2 games), this player clearly shines when the clock is a little more forgiving.
Opening Moves and Strategies
Faceofffear prefers the King’s Pawn Opening, winning 65% of their 20 rapid games — a respectable strike rate for such a classic choice. The Philidor Defense and Bishop’s Opening also bring out their tactical talents with winning rates of 55.56% and 60%, respectively. On the flipside, some openings like the Scandinavian Defense have been less kind—good thing chess is all about adaptation and learning!
Personality on the Clock
Known to be a bit of a chess yogi, Faceofffear’s tilt factor is a modest 10, suggesting they keep their cool even in heated moments. Their comeback rate? A whopping 72%—an indication they won’t give up just because a piece disappears. However, they do tend to resign early around 11% of the time, showing there's some humility in knowing when the king’s fate is sealed.
Best Time to Catch Them
If you want to challenge Faceofffear, aim for 11:00 AM
Memorable Moments
One of Faceofffear’s most spectacular recent victories was against zoran1304001, clinched by a brilliant checkmate after a vigorous battle with the Scandinavian Defense. This game is a shining example of their tactical prowess, strategic patience, and occasionally cheeky defiance of the odds.
The Opponents
While Faceofffear enjoys mixed results against many foes, they hold a perfect 100% win rate against a surprising number of opponents including zoran1304001, lebatiesp, and a formidable roster of others—making every match against them a thrilling experience.
In Conclusion
Faceofffear is no stranger to the battlefield of wits, carving out a niche with patience, tenacity, and an endgame frequency that other players might envy. Whether defending their rapid rating or dipping toes into different time controls, this player is a reminder that in chess, the fight is never over until the rook falls.
