Funk-Noise: The Relentless Chess Dynamo
Ah, Funk-Noise – the name itself resonates with the electric buzz of rapid-fire moves and unexpected tactics. Known in chess circles as a fighter who dances on the edge of chaos, Funk-Noise is a master of bullet and blitz, with a keen eye on rapid games where reflexes matter as much as strategy.
Rating Chronicles
Starting off modestly in 2019, Funk-Noise's bullet rating ascended from around 1196 to rocket past 2200 by 2022 – a testament to hours of frantic, yet calculated, keyboard maneuvers. Blitz ratings tell a similar tale, climbing steadily to over 2200. The rapid rating peaked spectacularly at around 2261, proving that when Funk-Noise slows down (just a bit), the moves get even sharper.
Playing Style
If patience was a virtue, Funk-Noise would have a hard time. With a lightning-quick average first capture move around the 7th turn, this player prefers darting strikes and tactical skirmishes over slow, methodical position-building. It's no surprise then that they enjoy endgames frequently, probably because that’s where their stamina and sharpness truly shine.
Also, don't expect Funk-Noise to give up easily — their remarkable 88% comeback rate is the chess equivalent of saying, "Not today, checkmate!" It's a thrilling blend of resilience and precision. Just beware their 0.9% early resignation rate; perhaps they sometimes cut their losses faster than an impatient rook.
Favorite Openings
Ever the trendy rebel, Funk-Noise toys frequently with the Pirc Defense and the quirky Modern Defense, probably to throw opponents off their openings rhythm. When playing bullet, watch out for their strong Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation boasting an impressively high win rate near 68%! In blitz, the Pirc Defense is their playground with a dazzling 62.5% success rate. Rapid games show a fondness for gambits such as the Budapest Gambit – yes, they like living on the tactical edge!
Stats & Quirks
- Longest winning streak: 18 games – that's longer than some people's Netflix binge!
- Current losing streak: 2 (even heroes have their bad days)
- Win rate against lower-rated players: a sturdy 62%
- Comeback rate: an awe-inspiring 88%
- Best time to play: early morning at 6 AM – chess before coffee, or vice versa?
Recent Smackdowns
In a recent battle, Funk-Noise showcased their trademark feisty style in a game against armentyumen. The Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack was employed masterfully, culminating in a victory by time after a nail-biting finish that would make Houdini proud.
1. b3 d5 2. Bb2 Nc6 3. g3 Nf6 4. Bg2 Bf5 5. e3 e6 6. Ne2 Be7 7. O-O h5 8. h4 O-O 9. d3 Ng4...
...47. Kxe5 h2 48. Kd5 h1=Q+ 49. Kc5 Qf3 50. Kxb5 Qxa3 0-1
Signature Moves
Funk-Noise is famed for their tenacity in pawn structures and strategic assaults. Their favored first moves as White? That’s 1. e4 and 1. d4, standard yet always leading to explosive positions. As Black, the preferred defences lean towards the Pirc and Modern, emphasizing dynamic counterplay.
Concluding Thoughts
If chess were jazz, Funk-Noise would be that wild soloist who never misses a beat yet plays with joyous unpredictability. Not everyone’s cup of tea but undeniably a crowd-pleaser, this player’s mix of daring gambits, rapid calculations, and fierce determination makes every match a thrilling experience. Whether you face them at bullet or rapid, prepare for a game sprinkled with chaos, brilliance, and a hint of Funk!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Fuertes | 35W / 24L / 0D | |
| feelurqi | 23W / 30L / 3D | |
| nottynerd | 26W / 22L / 3D | |
| wacan_warren | 20W / 28L / 3D | |
| mrivo | 16W / 26L / 5D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2080 | 2182 | ||
| 2022 | 2057 | 2182 | 2081 | |
| 2021 | 1972 | |||
| 2020 | 1765 | 2021 | 1000 | |
| 2019 | 1732 | 2030 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7W / 8L / 0D | 10W / 5L / 1D | 75.9 |
| 2022 | 998W / 833L / 90D | 1008W / 824L / 113D | 79.2 |
| 2021 | 0W / 2L / 0D | 0W / 0L / 0D | 51.0 |
| 2020 | 1206W / 1036L / 145D | 1108W / 1137L / 150D | 79.0 |
| 2019 | 776W / 625L / 74D | 735W / 667L / 71D | 76.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Defense with | 113 | 61 | 49 | 3 | 54.0% |
| Alapin Sicilian Defense | 112 | 55 | 52 | 5 | 49.1% |
| Caro Kann Defense | 103 | 55 | 40 | 8 | 53.4% |
| Indian Game | 102 | 50 | 47 | 5 | 49.0% |
| Pirc Defense | 100 | 56 | 39 | 5 | 56.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Smith Morra Gambit Accepted | 87 | 43 | 40 | 4 | 49.4% |
| Alekhines Defense | 85 | 45 | 37 | 3 | 52.9% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 77 | 52 | 22 | 3 | 67.5% |
| Old Benoni Defense | 75 | 38 | 33 | 4 | 50.7% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Main Line | 70 | 35 | 34 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Defense Exchange Variation | 132 | 60 | 60 | 12 | 45.5% |
| Alapin Sicilian Defense | 130 | 62 | 55 | 13 | 47.7% |
| Sicilian Defense | 122 | 67 | 51 | 4 | 54.9% |
| Modern Defense with | 112 | 58 | 48 | 6 | 51.8% |
| Sicilian Defense Smith Morra Gambit Accepted | 99 | 50 | 44 | 5 | 50.5% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 94 | 47 | 40 | 7 | 50.0% |
| Four Knights Game | 91 | 40 | 46 | 5 | 44.0% |
| Pirc Defense | 88 | 55 | 29 | 4 | 62.5% |
| Sicilian Defense Old Sicilian Variation | 88 | 33 | 48 | 7 | 37.5% |
| French Defense Tarrasch Closed | 81 | 43 | 34 | 4 | 53.1% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Defense Exchange Variation | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Budapest Gambit | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 75.0% |
| Indian Game | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Pseudo Catalan Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Trompowsky Attack | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Alekhines Defense Exchange Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Alapin Sicilian Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Modern Defense with | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Italian Game Hungarian Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queens Gambit Declined Semi Slav Defense Accelerated Move Order | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 18 | 0 |
| Losing | 13 | 2 |