Meet Benjamin, aka GUICHEEE – The Rising Chess Dynamo
Benjamin, known in the chess realms as GUICHEEE, is not your average player – he's a whirlwind on the board with a flair for dramatic checkmates and a penchant for Scandinavian Defense. Starting with a modest rapid rating below 220 in 2024, Benjamin skyrocketed to an impressive peak of 547 by mid-2025, proving that perseverance and cunning moves truly pay off in this 64-square battlefield.
His journey is nothing short of a rollercoaster: Benjamin once faced a challenging losing streak but bounced right back with an incredible 10-game winning streak. This comeback king boasts a comeback rate near 59%, showing off resilience that even the toughest opponents can't break.
Whether blitzing through games or methodically conquering rapid matches, GUICHEEE has a versatile style. He enjoys the thrill of early endgames (engaging in nearly 60% of his games beyond the opening), but don’t be fooled – his average match lasts around 60 moves, giving every position a proper battle.
Opening Repertoire Highlights
- King's Pawn Openings: The bread and butter for Benjamin, with a solid 50% win rate and a crafty 71% success using the King's Knight Variation.
- Scandinavian Defense: GUICHEEE's playground with over 19 games and a winning rate nudging 53%, often leading to dynamic and sharp midgames.
- Queen's Pawn & Chigorin Variations: Another favorite arena, where Benjamin demonstrates strategic depth, maintaining a comfortable edge over opponents.
Psychological Warfare & Playing Style
Benjamin’s tilt factor is impressively low (7%), meaning he keeps his cool even when pawns fly off and rooks swing wildly. Notably, his best time to dazzle opponents is at 4 PM, where his win rate hits a perfect 100%! Early resignation isn’t his style either – he fights on for every last move unless utterly cornered.
Notable Stats & Quirks
- Perfect bullet record: undefeated in bullet games with a peak rating of 506.
- Dominates several opponents with a clean 100% win rate – watch out, lorokushu and robinvw33!
- Quick on the draw (literally): fond of winning by checkmate (60% of wins) and resignation (63%).
- Sometimes experiments with quirky moves – see the rare, elusive Top Secret opening in blitz where he maintains a perfect record.
A Memorable Victory
On a recent sunny day in June 2025, Benjamin delivered a checkmate masterpiece against lorokushu after a strategic assault involving bishop sacrifices and timely knight maneuvers. The game, featuring a classic Scandinavian Defense, ended with Benjamin’s rook delivering an elegant Rxe8# - a real crowd-pleaser on Chess.com. Check it out yourself!
Benjamin’s chess journey is a testament to steady growth, a dash of creativity, and relentless spirit. Whether you're looking for inspiration or entertaining blitz play, GUICHEEE is a name to watch.
