Houssem-tbn: The Chess Explorer
Meet Houssem-tbn, a chess player on a rollercoaster ride through the complex world of 64 squares. With a peak rapid rating of 1605 in March 2025, Houssem is proof that dedication and enthusiasm matter just as much as raw numbers. Notorious for a 21.88% early resignation rate, this player knows when to throw in the towel—but often comes back swinging with a tactical comeback rate of an impressive 65.7%.
Playing Style & Strengths
Houssem-tbn enjoys long battles, with average wins stretching over 55 moves, proving patience is a virtue. He’s particularly strong with the Van't Kruijs Opening, boasting an eye-popping 87.5% win rate there—clearly an opening to watch. The Scandinavian Defense and Ruy Lopez Berlin Defense are also favorite hunting grounds, where victories outweigh losses.
Streaks & Surprises
Every hero has their ups and downs. Houssem-tbn's longest winning streak was a solid 10 games, but the other side saw a tough run of 14 consecutive losses. While currently not on a win streak, don’t count this player out—they’ve got the resilience to bounce back.
Battle Record
In Rapid games, our protagonist has fought through 401 matches with 171 wins, 221 losses, and a handful of draws. Blitz and Bullet formats have seen less action but are peppered with moments of brilliance and some learning experiences.
Notable Victories & Rivals
Houssem claims a perfect winning record against several opponents, including kutscherpfiff, mateo1600, and gamzukkko, where defeat seems impossible. However, a few tough competitors like deeppatel99 and gagomin still keep challenges coming. Among recent wins, the victory over kutscherpfiff stood out as a classy display of strategic finesse leading to resignation.
Quirky Facts
- Best time to play? Apparently at 7 AM—early birds catch the checkmate.
- At 7 AM, Houssem has a 100% win rate. Coincidence? We think not.
- Houssem’s psychological tilt factor is a mild 14, so they might occasionally mumble at the board, but generally keep cool.
- Known for an uncanny ability to win even after losing pieces (Win Rate: 38.83%).
In Summary
Houssem-tbn might not yet headline international super-tournaments, but this dedicated strategist dazzles with a mix of stubbornness, creativity, and moments of pure chess magic. Whether wielding the Philidor Defense or piloting the Kings Pawn Opening King's Knight Variation, this player continues to learn, adapt, and entertain on the chessboard—always ready for the next thrilling game.
Keep an eye on Houssem-tbn; every game promises some tactical surprises, a pinch of humor, and enough resilience to inspire any aspiring chess adventurer!
