Hallvard Haug Flatebø (hallvardhf)
Meet Hallvard Haug Flatebø, a streamer who’s been on a crusade through the wild lands of chess ratings since 2014. Beginning his journey as an eager blitz player with a modest 813 rating low, he’s climbed the ranks to a buffed 2300+ in blitz by 2025. Talk about leveling up faster than your morning coffee can kick in!
A Dynamite Streamer and Casual Chess Enthusiast
Whether it’s bullet, blitz, rapid, or daily games, Hallvard racked up thousands of games, totaling over tens of thousands of wins and near-titanic losses—because every epic tale needs a few enemies, right? His blitz stats show a fierce battler who’s not afraid to dance with defeat yet often rallies back with a comeback rate of 83.34% and an impressive 97.49% win rate after losing a piece. Basically, if he loses a pawn, expect a sneaky knight or queen move in response.
Playing Style
- Early Resignation Rate: 4.25% — Hallvard never gives up easily.
- Endgame Frequency: 64.98% — Loves those nail-biting final moments.
- Average Moves per Win: About 74 moves — marathon games, anyone?
- Average Moves per Loss: Roughly 59 moves — still battling till the end.
Opening Repertoire Highlights
True to his creative and versatile nature, Hallvard’s preferred openings feature solid classics peppered with aggressive flares:
- Sicilian Defense Mengarini Variation — holding his own with a 48.5% win rate over 2000+ blitz games.
- Caro-Kann Defense Advance Tal Variation — his most successful, boasting a commendable 56.5% win rate.
- In bullet games, Hallvard is no stranger to the Owens Defense and King’s Fianchetto Opening, maintaining a near 45–47% win rate.
Peak Performance (and Twitch Likes)
Hallvard’s blitz peak quickly rose from 1362 in 2014 to a belting 2513 in 2025 — impressive gains for a player balancing the world of streaming and bullet points. His bullet and rapid ratings similarly peaked over 2400 and 1900+ respectively — proving he’s got the speed and endurance.
Quirks & Fun Facts
- He hits his highest win rates during late-night hours, especially around 4–5 AM. Night owls, unite!
- His tilt factor is a moderate 29, meaning he’s human — but not easily rattled.
- Hallvard’s current longest winning streak is a hearty 22 games, so don’t be surprised if you catch him on a hot streak during a stream.
With endless hours played, a resilient mindset, and an opening repertoire deeper than a fantasy novel, Hallvard Haug Flatebø is a streamer who proves that chess is not just a game — it’s a way of life (and a great show for his audience!). Whether he’s streaming or blundering, you’ll find plenty of laughs, passionate tactics, and an inspiring journey to follow.