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grumslug

Playing Since: 2024-10-05 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

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Daily: 327
0W / 1L / 0D
Rapid: 392
320W / 309L / 49D
Blitz: 267
82W / 80L / 3D
Bullet: 106
12W / 21L / 1D

Profile Summary: grumslug

Meet grumslug, a rapid-rising chess player whose journey is as thrilling as a queen's gambit and as unpredictable as a blitz game on caffeine. With a passion for the board that can only be described as "relentless," grumslug has been steadily grinding through rated games, showing a remarkable ability to bounce back from setbacks—boasting an impressive 55% comeback rate when the going gets tough.

Rating & Style

Starting from humble beginnings with a rapid rating hovering around 200, grumslug exploded to an impressive peak of over 400 in just a year, showcasing fierce improvement and a dedication rivaling a pawn’s journey to promotion. Whether it’s rapid, blitz, or bullet, grumslug dives into each time format with unique energy, though rapid games seem to be their playground of choice.

Their playing style? A curious mix of patience and aggression. With an average of 47 moves per win and just under 60 moves per loss, grumslug is no stranger to epic battles where every piece counts. The early resignation rate sits at a modest 5.75%, proving they generally stick it out even when the position looks grim.

Opening Repertoire: The Bold & The Brilliant

Grumslug loves to spring surprise attacks with openings like the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation boasting an incredible 70% win rate in rapid games, and the trusty Petrov's Defense where they’ve enjoyed a solid 54% win rate. The King’s Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation is another favorite with nearly 50 games played and an undefeated record in some lines. Clearly, grumslug favors a blend of classical and tactical openings giving opponents sleepless nights.

Recent Battles

Some of grumslug's latest victories show a penchant for decisive finishes, including a swift checkmate in just 15 moves against pelegmey using a sharp bishop maneuver in the Berlin-Vienna Hybrid Variation. On the flip side, losses tend to come in nail-biters, such as a close match with marti_lab where grumslug couldn't quite escape the jaws of checkmate after a hard-fought duel.

Psychological Profile & Fun Facts

Despite a tilt factor of 16, grumslug’s psychological resilience shines through with a remarkable 100% win rate after losing a piece. When grumslug’s brain kicks in, the comeback motor roars louder than a tournament crowd. Playing under pressure? Bring it on!

As for timing quirks, grumslug's best moves seem to emerge strikingly at 15:00 (100% win rate in that hour - a suspicious coincidence or just prime brainpower?), and surprisingly strong performance in early morning hours. Whether it’s fueled by caffeine or sheer stubbornness, grumslug plays chess like life depends on it.

In Summary

grumslug is the archetype of the passionate underdog pro, steadily clawing their way up the rating ladder with tactical flair, strategic depth, and a fighting spirit that refuses to be tamed. Watch out world, this slug is on the move—slow at times, sure, but never without determination and that signature grumbling charm.

"Checkmate? More like check-might—because grumslug always might!"


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
zdnn16 0W / 1L / 0D View
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jmanuel-olivares 0W / 1L / 0D View
pstownsend 0W / 1L / 0D View
kaizokosan 1W / 0L / 0D View
kelvin_0811 0W / 1L / 0D View
sikincrot 0W / 1L / 0D View
cdzz3369 1W / 0L / 0D View
islamfadi 1W / 0L / 0D View
vasylmintenko 1W / 0L / 0D View
Most Played Opponents
dwmachinist 2W / 37L / 0D View Games
marinelayerlou 1W / 8L / 0D View Games
rmuf 1W / 5L / 0D View Games
zzeezix 1W / 3L / 0D View Games
hm2902 1W / 2L / 0D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 155 154 446 414
2024 100 127 240 400
Rating by Year20242025446100YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 108W / 102L / 11D 104W / 108L / 15D 61.0
2024 30W / 53L / 6D 37W / 54L / 1D 49.6

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Kings Pawn Opening 47 27 17 3 57.5%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 43 24 17 2 55.8%
Van t Kruijs Opening 19 6 12 1 31.6%
Philidor Defense 16 8 7 1 50.0%
Petrovs Defense 15 7 8 0 46.7%
Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening 15 4 10 1 26.7%
Scandinavian Defense 14 7 5 2 50.0%
Italian Game 13 3 8 2 23.1%
Giuoco Piano Game Giuoco Pianissimo Variation 13 4 7 2 30.8%
Bishops Opening 11 6 5 0 54.5%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Kings Pawn Opening 10 5 5 0 50.0%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 9 5 4 0 55.6%
Petrovs Defense 6 3 3 0 50.0%
Philidor Defense 5 2 3 0 40.0%
French Defense Knight Variation 5 1 4 0 20.0%
Alekhines Defense 4 0 4 0 0.0%
Scandinavian Defense 4 0 4 0 0.0%
Bishops Opening Berlin Vienna Hybrid Variation 3 0 3 0 0.0%
Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System 3 1 2 0 33.3%
Four Knights Game Italian Variation 3 2 1 0 66.7%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Birds Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Ruy Lopez Opening Berlin Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Kings Pawn Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Top Secret 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 10 0
Losing 16 4
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