Guðmundur Einarsson (gumeo)
Guðmundur Einarsson, affectionately known online as gumeo, is a chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as his Icelandic name suggests. From humble beginnings with a blitz rating below 600 in early 2012, gumeo has waged countless battles against opponents big and small, climbing steadily to reach a blitz peak rating of 1257 in July 2024—a respectable summit for any chess warrior navigating the jungles of online competition.
Don't let the numbers fool you—Guðmundur’s playful and tactical mind sees every game as a new adventure, whether in blitz, bullet (where he's achieved a remarkable 1317 peak rating), or daily chess (with a peak of 1222). His combat style suggests a warrior unafraid to dive into complex positions, favoring the Slav Defense and often unleashing surprises like the Englund Gambit, which he executes flawlessly with a 100% win rate.
Guðmundur’s games are a rollercoaster ride—boasting a stellar comeback rate of over 88% after losing a piece! Meaning, surrender is never considered until the kings are safely tucked away or checkmated. Although his psychological tilt factor clocks in at a modest 12 (chess psychology aficionados might recognize that as “just a touch of frustration”), his ideal playing time is the serene calm of 8:00 AM, where every move shimmers with clarity and cunning.
He may resign early from time to time (2.39% early resignations), but when it comes to endgames, Guðmundur shines bright, diving deep into endgame theory with an impressive frequency of over 60%. Average game lengths tell the story—around 60 moves per battle, whether victorious or in defeat, proving that he enjoys the grind as much as the glory.
His recent victories, such as the June 2025 Slav Defense triumph (where gumeo forced resignation in just 23 moves against Gulbash666), showcase both his tactical prowess and his charming knack for making complex positions look delightfully simple. Even losses are lessons, as seen in close battles against opponents like Arman_HT.
Off the board, gumeo’s style reflects a balanced mix of steadfast dedication and humor—never too serious to miss the fun in the game. With thousands of blitz games under his belt, a solid win-to-loss ratio (3305 wins to 3157 losses), and an ever-growing list of rivals, Guðmundur Einarsson’s chess story is far from over. And who knows? Maybe one day we’ll see him don the crown of Icelandic chess royalty—or at least secure a flawless bullet streak that’ll leave everyone gasping.
