Profile Summary: iampotatoidb
Meet iampotatoidb, the chess enthusiast who’s been navigating the battlefield of pawns and knights with the persistence of a potato striving for greatness. With a peak Rapid rating of 717 achieved in early 2025, this player might not be grandmaster-level—yet—but their dedication is as hearty as a baked spud. Whether you call them "potato" or "idb," one thing is clear: they bring flavor to every game.
Their journey began with Rapid games hovering around the 500s but quickly spiced up with surprising victories and some tough losses—because every great potato has its lumps! With an average win rate just shy of 50% in Rapid, a spirited ~52% in Blitz, and a fiery 75% in Bullet, iampotatoidb proves to be a quick riser and a tactical thinker, especially when the clock ticks down.
Playing style highlights: They’re not one to surrender early, with a notable 60% comeback rate after losing a piece, showcasing resilience that can only come from spud-like determination. Yet, they do tend to resign early in around 21% of games—perhaps channeling the wisdom of knowing when to bake and when to mash! Average moves per win hover around 50, suggesting not shy about long fights, and an above-average victory rate when wielding White pieces with 54%.
On their best days (especially around 9 AM), iampotatoidb's shovel-digging through openings is most effective. Beware the mysterious "Top Secret" opening repertoire, appearing in over 90 Rapid games, where patience might just be the secret sauce.
Recent exploits include a stylish checkmate victory against ISSC_Suraj, employing a cunning Center Game Accepted that wrapped up in a neat 19-move finale, and a thrilling win on time backed by sharp maneuvering. They've also had their fair share of tough losses, demonstrating their ironclad tilt factor of 4, meaning they bounce back faster than you can say "French fries."
Off the board, iampotatoidb is known for facing frequent challengers like littleguppo and givemepen, maintaining solid win rates and showing they are as comfortable in potluck tournaments as they are in solo matches.
Whether you come across them in Bullet speed chess or a slower Rapid slugfest, iampotatoidb is a player who’s here to stay—climbing from humble beginnings towards spud-stardom, one move at a time. So, if you’re ready for a mash-up of surprises and maybe a few missed forks, give this potato a whirl!
