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Guerau Masague Artero FM

Username: gueraumasague

Playing Since: 2013-07-14 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟♟

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Daily: 822
1W / 0L / 0D
Rapid: 2594
187W / 50L / 20D
Blitz: 2807
4856W / 3542L / 630D
Bullet: 2803
263W / 172L / 37D

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.


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Positives in Your Recent Blitz Games

Guerau, your recent games show excellent practical skills and strong closing ability. Here are some highlights:

  • Good exploitation of opponents' inaccuracies led to decisive advantages, especially in endgames and tactical sequences.
  • You transition well from the opening to the middlegame, maintaining pressure and increasing your positional advantage.
  • Your handling of complex positions with active piece play and timely exchanges stands out.
  • You show good understanding of openings like the Queens Gambit Declined, Nimzo-Larsen Attack, and Modern Defense, where you have solid win rates above 50%.
  • Effective use of time control is evident as you maintain a balanced clock throughout the games, avoiding time pressure mistakes.

Areas for Improvement

To continue developing and increase your competitive edge in blitz, consider focusing on these points:

  • Handling Pressure in Complex Positions: Some losses occurred after critical exchange decisions; double-check tactical calculations in sharp positions to avoid costly oversights.
  • Defensive Play in Difficult Positions: Improving defensive technique to prolong resistance can help convert narrow losses into draws or wins.
  • Opening Repertoire Variety: Your openings are solid but deepening prep in less frequently played or surprise lines may increase your scoring opportunities by taking opponents out of their comfort zones.
  • Endgame Precision: Some games show chances missed in the endgame; working on common endgame patterns could turn small advantages into wins more consistently.
  • Focus on Consistency: Your rating and performance show some volatility; aim for steadier play to capitalize on your high peak rating and solid win/loss record.

Suggestions for Training

To capitalize on your strengths and address improvement areas, you may find the following helpful:

  • Study tactical motifs regularly to sharpen calculation skills under time pressure.
  • Practice endgame drills focusing on rook and pawn endgames, as well as queen vs rook scenarios common in blitz.
  • Analyze recent losses in detail to identify recurring patterns of errors or missed opportunities.
  • Expand opening study to include sidelines or less popular variations to surprise your opponent and gain early initiative.
  • Play longer time controls occasionally to deepen strategic understanding, which can translate to better blitz decisions.

Keep Building on Momentum

Your recent rating trend is largely positive with a significant three-month rating increase and recent good form. While some fluctuations exist, maintaining a solid focus on the above improvement points should help you continue climbing higher. Keep up the hard work and enjoy the journey!



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
Daniel Dominguez 1W / 1L / 1D
Anton Vasilenok 1W / 0L / 0D
Gulnar Mammadova 1W / 0L / 0D
Danil Kuzuev 2W / 3L / 0D
Manuel Enrique Campos Gómez 0W / 2L / 0D
mm_132 2W / 0L / 0D
Jesus Dominguez 4W / 5L / 0D
Yasel Borges 5W / 0L / 1D
santiagosgomezjulio 5W / 1L / 0D
yamadongaa 0W / 1L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
Rogelio Jr Antonio 24W / 25L / 1D
Tamaz Mgeladze 21W / 22L / 6D
Leo Valle Luis 28W / 15L / 3D
ErnestoGuevaraLynch 23W / 14L / 1D
extracheeseproject 32W / 5L / 1D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2803 2801 2594
2024 2548 2705 2579 822
2023 2623 2412
2022 1436 1987
2018 1940
2015 1434
Rating by Year20152018202220232024202528031434YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 1004W / 649L / 149D 926W / 725L / 155D 84.4
2024 1091W / 652L / 136D 1022W / 749L / 110D 81.9
2023 624W / 430L / 64D 568W / 507L / 68D 82.5
2022 9W / 0L / 0D 8W / 0L / 0D 59.1
2018 61W / 30L / 2D 55W / 35L / 5D 71.8
2015 7W / 3L / 0D 3W / 5L / 0D 56.7

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Czech Defense 45 23 16 6 51.1%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 38 28 8 2 73.7%
Amar Gambit 25 12 11 2 48.0%
Philidor Defense 24 10 12 2 41.7%
Australian Defense 24 15 8 1 62.5%
Barnes Defense 24 15 8 1 62.5%
Scandinavian Defense 21 8 11 2 38.1%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 20 12 5 3 60.0%
Caro-Kann Defense 20 13 6 1 65.0%
Modern 20 11 9 0 55.0%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Modern 961 513 386 62 53.4%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 751 426 280 45 56.7%
Barnes Defense 533 291 211 31 54.6%
Caro-Kann Defense 417 217 172 28 52.0%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 395 230 136 29 58.2%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 283 166 99 18 58.7%
Australian Defense 268 142 111 15 53.0%
French Defense 213 134 66 13 62.9%
Döry Defense 205 99 88 18 48.3%
Amar Gambit 188 93 86 9 49.5%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit 13 6 4 3 46.1%
Caro-Kann Defense 12 9 3 0 75.0%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 9 7 1 1 77.8%
English Opening: Agincourt Defense 7 3 4 0 42.9%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Döry Defense 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 6 4 1 1 66.7%
English Opening: Anglo-Indian Defense 6 3 2 1 50.0%
King's Indian Attack: French Variation 6 5 0 1 83.3%
Modern 5 4 1 0 80.0%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Modern 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 24 2
Losing 10 0