Guerau Masague Artero - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Guerau Masague Artero, also known by the charming username gueraumasague, a chess virtuoso who has earned the prestigious title of FIDE Master. With a playstyle that balances patient strategy and tactical awareness, Guerau is a formidable opponent on the 64 squares, whose opening repertoire remains delightfully "Top Secret" — probably just to keep the rest of us guessing.
Rating & Performance Highlights
- Peak Blitz rating: a blazing 2826 (April 2025), because who needs sleep when you can blitz?
- Rapid peak rating: a respectable 2589 in early 2025, showing versatility beyond the frantic clock pressure.
- Bullet peak rating: a fireball 2610, proving that speed and accuracy can coexist.\li>
- Daily chess enthusiasts will note a more relaxed, yet respectable, 822 rating, perhaps saving the deep thinking for faster formats.
Style & Stats
Guerau loves the adrenaline of blitz, having played thousands of games with an impressive over 54% win rate in the mysterious 'Top Secret' opening. Their longest winning streak hits a stunning 24 games, with a current winning streak of 9, demonstrating resilience and form that could melt ice. Not one to sulk for long — with a tilt factor of just 10 — Guerau's psychological resilience ensures that losses are temporary blips rather than existential crises.
Always a tactical fighter, Guerau boasts an 83% comeback rate after setbacks and can snatch victory even after losing key pieces. The average game length hovers around 79 moves for wins, indicating a strategic depth that prizes endurance as much as speed.
Favorite Openings
While the details of Guerau’s openings are under wraps, enthusiasts do know that the Closed Sicilian Defense, King’s Indian Attack, and the Caro-Kann feature in their arsenal, all wielded with varied success. The true trick is that half the games are as much a mystery as a masterclass — a potent combination.
Recent Battles on the Board
June 4th, 2025 saw Guerau dispatch the opponent DobbyTheElfHouse with a graceful victory by resignation, executing a sharp Alekhine's Defense — proving once again that patience combined with sharp tactics wins the day. The final position showcased Guerau’s knack for precision, leaving their foe no room to breathe.
Not every battle is a win, of course. Recent losses to crafty challengers like e4d50-1 and TheCharlesBukowski highlight that sometimes even FIDE Masters have to tip their hats and regroup — no shame in that! It only makes the victories sweeter.
In Summary
Whether racing down the clock in bullet or wading deep into the endgame trenches, Guerau Masague Artero is a chess force to be reckoned with. A FIDE Master who mixes serious skill with a bit of cryptic charm, their games offer both entertainment and lessons in perseverance. So if you fancy a match, be warned: the “Top Secret” openings might keep you guessing, but the fierce fighting spirit will never keep you waiting.