John Getsinger

John Getsinger (AKA Habeas98)

John Getsinger, known in the chess realms as Habeas98, is a rapid chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares is as dynamic as his rating history. His peak rapid rating of 1326, achieved in April 2023, reflects a player who consistently fights in the trenches of online competition, demonstrating resilience and a borderline obsession with the Caro Kann Defense.

Born from the chaotic energy of a rapid-fire blitz world, John's playing style is eclectic yet stubbornly loyal to his favorite openings — especially the Caro Kann Defense, with over 600 games logged! He pairs this with a close affinity for the Scotch Game and a surprising love for the Queen's Gambit Accepted Old Variation, making him quite the opening bookworm.

His match history is a rollercoaster: from a heroic 12-game winning streak (because who doesn’t love a good hot streak?) to surviving grueling 10-game losing slumps (even the best stumble). But despite setbacks, John keeps his cool with a tilt factor of just 10 — modestly hinting that maybe, just maybe, chess rage isn’t his middle name.

Some fun facts about John:

• He’s a comeback king with a tactical awareness comeback rate of nearly 80% — happens to lose a piece but still claw back like a chess ninja.
• He prefers the early bird’s hour for battle—his best time to play is around 11:00 am—chess and coffee, anyone?
• Avid endgame aficionado: almost 60% of his games push to the late dance of kings and pawns.
• Prefers to play with White slightly more successful than Black, though both sides see him fiercely competitive.

For those who enjoy a good tale of relentless perseverance, John’s recent games showcase his sharpness and strategic depth—finishing his last victorious duel with a clean and elegant checkmate, all while wielding the nimble Scandinavian Exchange Variation. His losses remind us that even the sharpest knights can fall to the occasional sneaky bishop or well-timed fork.

If you face him on the board, expect a game with thoughtful opening preparation, a willingness to engage in complex endgames, and just enough unpredictability to keep things spicy. John Getsinger is not just another username; he’s an embodiment of the chess warrior spirit, armed with his trusty Caro Kann, a resilient mindset, and the occasional cheeky queen maneuver.

Disclaimer: He might resign early sometimes — but hey, only 1.67% of the time, so don’t underestimate the man with the rook!