Eddie Xu NM

Eddie Xu: The National Master Extraordinaire

Meet Eddie Xu, a formidable chess tactician who proudly holds the title of National Master. Known in the online arena as homeless_patzer, Eddie has a journey as dynamic as a queen's dance across the board. From their early days at an 1880 blitz rating to smashing through the 2700+ bullet barrier, Eddie’s rise has been nothing short of spectacular — with a peak bullet rating of 2782 as recent as November 2024.

The Rise and Reign

Eddie’s blitz battles have been a roller coaster of mind-bending brilliance and occasional, let’s say, creative blunders. Rising from an average in the 1800s to a peak blitz rating of 2681 demonstrates a dedication that would make even the toughest endgame positions quiver. And let’s not forget their love affair with the Top Secret opening, where they've played over 9,400 games with a solid 56% win rate—clearly keeping opponents guessing what's coming next.

Style & Flair

Eddie’s style is a perfect blend of calculated aggression and stubborn resilience. They’re not afraid of a long fight, with an average move count of over 41 moves per game, proving that patience is a virtue—even if it sometimes means popping off early resignation at a 50% rate... yes, that’s right, even masters can have less productive days where the cookies just don’t crumble.

Their psychological game is rock solid too, with a tilt factor of just 25%, meaning Eddie keeps their cool even when under the pump. Plus, their comebacks are legendary, boasting a 46% comeback rate when the position seems bleak—a true testament to the spirit of a fighter!

Notable Games & Moments

One of their most recent triumphs was a swift checkmate victory in a modern twist on the Scotch Game, where Eddie (as homeless_patzer) overwhelmed opponents with style and tactical flair. In one thrilling match, Eddie dashed to victory with a dazzling queen promotion finishing move, reminding everyone why they earned the “National Master” title.

Beware the “Patzer”

Don’t be fooled by the username homeless_patzer—this player’s path is paved with masterful moves, deep strategic insight, and the kind of relentless passion that keeps the chessboard an exciting battlefield. Whether blitzing in the dead of night or bullet firing under pressure, Eddie Xu is a force to be reckoned with.

Fun Fact:

Eddie’s win-loss record in bullet chess is a near-perfect battlefield, with over 4,600 wins outmatching more than 4,400 losses. They say a patzer is a beginner, but if Eddie is a patzer, then “patzer” should be redefined as “brilliant risk-taker.”

With decades of games and thousands of battles across different time controls, Eddie’s chess journey has its share of spectacular wins, humble losses, and moments of sheer magic. Let’s keep an eye on this master—just don’t blink during their next queen sacrifice!