Paul David

Paul David (aka HaloKid2000)

Meet Paul David, a fearless chess adventurer whose rapid rating journey resembles a thrilling roller coaster ride—from a peak of 774 in mid-2023 to mid-300s and a recent steady climb back towards the 500s. Whether he's wresting victory from the jaws of defeat or masterminding a sneaky comeback, Paul’s chessboard escapades never lack drama.

Playing Style & Strengths

Paul is a spirited tactician, boasting an impressive comeback rate of nearly 70%! If he loses a piece, don’t count him out—he still clinches wins over 42% of the time. His games are slightly on the longer side, averaging around 66 moves to win, proving he's in it for both the strategy and the endurance test.

Though his early resignation rate hovers around 6%, it’s clear Paul fights to the last pawn. A pronounced fan of the endgame, he dives into these battles over half the time, showing both patience and grit.

Favorite Openings

Paul’s signature repertoires include the King’s Pawn Opening family, with special love for the Leonardis Variation, where he dazzles with a stellar win rate above 65%. But don't count out his clever twists with the Bishop's Opening (57% wins) or the sly Scandinavian Defense. Paul enjoys mixing classical with a dash of unpredictability.

Statistical Shenanigans

• Total Rapid wins: 634, losses: 655, draws: 47—he’s living proof that you win some, you lose some, and sometimes you just draw it out.
• His best time to strike? The mysterious hour of 4:00 AM, when the chess muses whisper encouragement.
• Interestingly, Paul’s win rate spikes dramatically at weird times—like 100% at 1 AM and 4 AM, suggesting a nocturnal genius or perhaps just a caffeine-fueled frenzy.

Memorable Moments

Among his latest feats: a crafty victory by resignation against abhinay123456000 where Paul, playing Black, danced through the Van t Kruijs Opening, forcing his opponent to wave the white flag after 36 intense moves. It's a testament to his patient building of pressure and tactical eye.

The Opponents & Rivalries

Paul has clashed multiple times with vwin777 and pravesh236, holding his own with a median win rate around 50%. His opponent record is a mixed bag of fierce battles — some rivals like abhinay123456000 have fallen 100% of times, while others have turned the tables. It’s this mix that keeps every game interesting.

Personality & Quirks

With a tilt factor of 9, Paul occasionally lets emotions slip, but his “psychological resilience” lets him bounce back stronger. Whether you catch him gaming at lunchtime or dawn, his strategic mind is always engaged, ready for either a grandmaster’s finesse or a well-timed sneaky tactic.

In short, Paul David is that chess player you want on your team—or fiercely competing against you—because his games blend doggedness, flair, and sometimes the kind of surprises only a true chess enthusiast can deliver.