Gutemberg Oliveira

Gutemberg Oliveira: The Chess Enthusiast Who Plays to Win (and Occasionally to Entertain)

Meet Gutemberg Oliveira, a rapid and relentless chess player whose rating graph looks like a roller coaster accompanied by triumphant cheers and the occasional groan. Starting from humble beginnings with rapid ratings hovering around the 700 mark in 2023, Gutemberg has steadily climbed the ranks, smashing past the 1600-point barrier in rapid chess by mid-2025. This is a player who clearly doesn’t do things by halves.

Gutemberg’s game style could be described as a perfect blend of tactical tenacity and stubborn resilience. With a comeback rate of over 80%, this player is the human embodiment of “never give up,” bouncing back from losing positions with enough clever traps and forks to make even a grandmaster raise an eyebrow. Just imagine an underdog finally saying, "Oh no, you didn’t!" and flipping the script in a single brilliant combination.

When it comes to openings, Gutemberg holds a few favorites close to the chest. The Philidor Defense serves as a trusted battleground with a respectable 33% win rate, but the real magic happens with variations of the Sicilian Defense and the mysterious “Top Secret” openings, which have served up win rates north of 50% in rapid games and an impressive 79% in bullet games. Secret agent? Maybe. Chess ninja? Definitely.

Blitz and bullet chess are not left out; though rapid is where Gutemberg shines brightest, a blitz peak rating of 970 and bullet max of 1108 demonstrate quick reflexes and a sharp mind that can think several moves ahead even when the clock is merciless. And speaking of clocks, Gutemberg’s longest winning streak stands tall at 11 games — not bad for a player who also knows how to lose graciously (and sometimes not so graciously) with an 8-game losing streak lurking in the shadows.

Gutemberg’s psychological profile is equally fascinating. With an average of about 57 moves per win in rapid, it’s clear this player enjoys the long con — like a suspense thriller that keeps you hooked till the very end. But beware: gaming around 19:00 hours is prime time, boasting an 80% win rate that could convince opponents to schedule their matches for literally any other time.

Off the board, Gutemberg probably walks around plotting the next chess gambit, armed with an arsenal of tricky openings and a sense of humor sharp enough to take a loss on the chin (most of the time). Whether dropping opponents with resignation, checkmate, or the occasional time win, Gutemberg keeps the chess world guessing — and laughing.

Recent Triumph

In a recent rapid game against BiggySmailes1 on June 1, 2025, Gutemberg wielded the classic Philidor Defense with finesse, outmaneuvering the opponent in a complex middle game before sealing victory by resignation. Check out the game here for some high drama and clever play.

Summary of Strengths

• Rapid Mastery: Peak rating 1651 with a solid all-around game.
• Resilient Tactician: Expert at staging brilliant comebacks with an 80% comeback rate.
• Opening Innovator: Uses a mix of secret strategies and established defenses like the Sicilian and Philidor.
• Time Control Versatility: Competitive both in blitz and bullet, with fast reflexes and strategic depth.

Gutemberg Oliveira might not be a household name yet, but with a tenacious spirit, tactical prowess, and a few secret moves up the sleeve, the chessboard is this player’s personal stage — and every game, a performance worth watching.