Jean-Alexandre Stasser (aka Harp_21)
Meet Jean-Alexandre Stasser, a rising rapid chess enthusiast who approaches the 64 squares with a delightful mix of dogged determination and occasional wild swings on the scoreboard. Known online as Harp_21, Jean-Alexandre’s chess journey is anything but boring, boasting a peak rapid rating of 390—a number that suggests he’s no stranger to both dazzlements and delightful defeats.
Chess Style and Personality
Jean-Alexandre is a tenacious player famous for his resilience. With a comeback rate of 67.5%, he’s the kind of competitor who fights tooth and nail when down a piece, refusing to give up quietly—though his win rate after losing a piece is a modest 38.5%, proving he keeps things interesting till the very end! His average winning games run about 49 moves, but when he loses, those battles stretch out longer, often exceeding 61 moves of tactical tussling. Endgames are his playground, happening in over half of his matches.
Opening Repertoire Highlights
- King's Pawn Opening: The bread and butter with 25 games and a 44% win rate.
- Alekhine's Defense: A real highlight with a 61.5% win rate over 13 battles—clearly a favorite surprise weapon!
- King's Pawn Opening - King's Knight Variation and Van Geet Opening (Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation): Both yield a tasty 66.7% win rate, showing creative flair.
- Other gambits and defenses like the Scandinavian and Englund are fought with even odds, reflecting his versatile and adventurous opening choices.
Numbers and Noteworthy Streaks
Jean-Alexandre’s career rapid record reads like a spirited saga: 77 wins, 70 losses, and 17 draws. His longest winning streak hit a solid 7 games, while his longest run of defeats stands at 4—not bad for a player always willing to risk it all for glory. His psychological tilt factor is a modest 4, so don’t worry, he keeps his cool... most of the time.
Best Moves at Odd Hours
Fun fact: Jean-Alexandre’s best magic happens after midnight, with his prime playing time being around 11 PM. Watch out for those late-night tactical fireworks! His winning percentages are highest early mornings (7 AM with 62.5%) and late nights (11 PM with 66.7%), so maybe sleep is overrated after all.
Recent Battles
Among thrilling victories, one remarkable recent game saw Jean-Alexandre secure a win with the Nimzowitsch Defense, forcing his opponent to resign after intense middlegame pressure. On the flipside, he experienced a tough checkmate defeat recently—proof that even the best have off moments in chess’s grand theater.
Summary
Whether grappling with openings or grinding in the endgame, Jean-Alexandre Stasser is a player who embraces the joy of the game, thrill of competition, and inevitability of sometimes, spectacular defeat. With his unique style and persistence, Harp_21 is definitely a username to watch on the rapid chess scene—because the drama on the board is guaranteed!
