Mark Noble (aka FilthyAnimal)
FIDE Master & Blitz Connoisseur
Mark Noble, famously known in the chess cosmos as FilthyAnimal, is a FIDE Master whose passion for blitz chess borders on obsession. With a peak blitz rating soaring up to 2596 achieved in March 2016, Mark's rapid-fire playstyle is as lightning-fast as it is fearsome. When it comes to slaying opponents in under five minutes, few can match his ferocity or stamina.
Starting his online blitz conquest in 2013 with a modest rating of around 1670, Mark quickly accelerated into the upper echelons, regularly cruising above the 2200 mark. Notably, his Top Secret opening repertoire (because apparently sharing openings is for mere mortals) has netted him a robust win rate of over 62% in blitz and upwards of 63% in bullet chess, proving versatility across fast time controls.
Mark's battlefield isn’t limited to blitz—he’s also a deadly tactician in bullet games with a peak rating of 2485 and a 63.42% win rate with his secret openings. If you think slower rapid and daily formats lull his fire, think again. His daily chess win rate is a staggering 95.45%—which might suggest he’s either a tactical genius or a relentless grinder when given time to breathe.
Playing Style & Stats
- Average Moves to Win: Around 62 – proving Mark prefers to outwit rather than outlast.
- Longest Winning Streak: A jaw-dropping 45 games – a testament to his dominance during peak spells.
- Wins vs Strong Opponents: Mark’s records show he’s more likely to lose when playing above his rating, but give him evenly matched or slightly weaker foes, and the wins pile up.
- White/Black Win Rate: Very balanced, slightly better with Black (64.23%) – he’s comfortable playing both sides of the board.
- Psychological Trends: Has a tilt factor of 7 – the good news? Mark bounces back with a remarkable 73.55% comeback rate after setbacks.
Memorable Moments
In his latest King of the Hill conquest, Mark expertly danced through the Center Game Accepted Normal Variation, wrapping up victory via resignation — proving he not only dominates on the regular board but specialized chess variants as well. If you want to catch him at his peak mental sharpness, try challenging him around 2 PM — his "Best Time of Day to Play".
Fun Facts
- Known for rapid resignations when the tides turn (only about 7.91% early resign rate), Mark is a practical player who knows when to save energy for the next victory dance.
- He plays an average of 2013 blitz games per year since 2013, racking up more wins than losses by a wide margin.
- He utterly annihilates some opponents, holding a perfect win rate of 100% against several usernames, so beware if you ever meet him online.
With less than 10% one-sided losses and a soldier-like resilience, Mark Noble is not just a player but a blitz beast. Whether you prefer slow, positional battles or frantic time scrambles, Mark will likely outpace you — or at least keep you on your toes till the very end.
