Ian Kerr (IanAKerr) - The Chess Journeyman
Ian Kerr is a dedicated chess enthusiast known for his steady climb through the ranks of online chess. With a playful spirit and a penchant for tactical battles, Ian has navigated the trials of Blitz, Daily, and Bullet chess, proving his mettle across various time controls.
Performance Highlights
- Daily Chess: Ian peaked at a respectable 1,607 rating in 2016 and currently hovers around 1,396. With nearly 600 games played, he boasts an impressive 49% win rate, favoring careful, strategic play that often leads to a deeper endgame.
- Blitz Chess: In the fast and furious Blitz format, Ian’s top rating is 1,555, showing he's no stranger to quick thinking. He's logged over 1,500 games with a near-even split between wins and losses, showcasing a fighter's spirit even when the clock ticks down.
- Bullet Chess: Even under the blistering pace of Bullet chess, Ian manages to hold his own with a max rating just above 1,000 and a solid 50% win rate across nearly 300 games. Fast fingers? Check!
Playing Style & Personality
With an early resignation rate of just 1.68%, Ian rarely throws in the towel prematurely—after all, every game is a chance for a comeback. In fact, his comeback rate of 76.75% and perfect win rate after losing a piece (100%) suggest a tenacious player who thrives on turning the tables. Moves per game average around 60, indicating battles that often stretch into complex, tactical endgames rather than quick skirmishes.
Ian enjoys the enduring dance of the endgame, playing it out in over two-thirds of his games. His psychological resilience has its moments—he occasionally feels the sting of frustration (a Tilt Factor of 10)—but his consistent play and love for the game always shine through.
Quirky Facts & Trivia
- Ian’s longest winning streak? A dazzling 14 games. Talk about riding the wave!
- He shines brightest at midnight, with a winning rate soaring above 57% in the 12 AM hour, proving he's a nocturnal strategist!
- His preferred "Opening" is a closely guarded secret—perhaps even Ian isn’t quite sure what it is!
- Ian tends to perform slightly better with White pieces (49% win rate) than Black (45%), but he’s perfectly happy playing either side, as long as the game is challenging.
Opponent Trivia
Among his many opponents, Ian has faced christopherho a whopping 149 times, maintaining a positive win rate of about 58%. He also boasts flawless records against several foes, including marcosdelara and moorfox92, where he impressively holds 100% victories. Clearly, Ian's signature move might just be relentless persistence!
Outside the board, Ian Kerr might not be a grandmaster just yet, but he's a grandmaster of perseverance and passion—a player who knows that every check and counter is a story worth telling.
Whether you’re an up-and-coming prodigy or an aspiring chess legend, Ian’s journey is a reminder: it’s not just winning that counts, but the love of the game and the thrill of the battle.
