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Ibo2300

Playing Since: 2024-05-22 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟

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Rapid: 2022
111W / 47L / 16D
Blitz: 1539
0W / 1L / 0D

Meet Ibo2300: Rapid-Fire Tactician and Unyielding Chess Enthusiast

In the bustling arenas of rapid chess, where the clock ticks down mercilessly and decisions must be made on the fly, Ibo2300 has carved a reputation that’s as swift as his preferred time control. Known for an almost heroic comeback rate of 75% after losing material, his games are never short on suspense — spectators half expect a superhero cape to flutter every time he blinks.

From a tentative start around 1345 rating points to a stratospheric peak near 1910, Ibo2300’s journey has been like a thrilling rapidfire novel—full of surprises, tactical shots, and the odd dramatic time scramble. In fact, his mastery of the clock is borderline legendary, snagging 11 wins from opponents courtesy of timeouts, proving sometimes being fast on the clock beats just being fast on the board.

Ibo2300’s opening playbook reads like a connoisseur's choice. His secret weapons include the King’s Pawn Opening, King’s Knight Variation, where he boasts a flawless 100% win rate, and the Nimzowitsch Defense with a win rate nearing 78%, making the Scandinavian Defense’s Mieses Kotrc Variation look like a comfortable hunting ground too. He's got a penchant for the Three Knights Opening and delights in Sicilian Defense gambits - proving that when the rapid clock is ticking, bold and consistent play can be the ultimate equalizer.

When it comes to stamina, the average moves per win (about 53) show that Ibo2300 favors crafting patiently calculated victories, favoring sharp endgames nearly half the time. His psychological resilience is sound too — a low tilt factor and a strong ability to bounce back from losses help him shake off setbacks faster than you can say “checkmate.”

While his enemies have tested his mettle, few have truly caught him off guard. His longest winning streak hit a delightful 10 games, and currently, he’s riding high with a five-game winning streak. Opponents like somr1980 and altanhubuun have found no mercy yet, with a spotless 100% win record against them. As for time of day? If you want to see this player in prime form, the early bird at 5 AM gets the worm—or well—the win.

So if you ever find yourself racing against the clock in a rapid game, beware the quiet storm of Ibo2300. His blend of steady strategic grounding and tactical acumen means he's always on the brink of turning the game on its head—perhaps even before you've finished your morning coffee.

Recent Highlight:

A recent masterpiece saw Ibo2300 clinch victory in a Nimzowitsch Defense encounter with a thrilling finish: after 39 moves of complex knight maneuvers and rook dances, the final blow was decisive enough to leave the opponent time-starved and defeated. If you want to relive the moment of brilliance, here’s the spotlight game:

    1. e4 Nc6 2. Nf3 e6 3. d4 Nf6 4. e5 Ne4 5. Bd3 d5 6. exd6 Nf6 7. dxc7 Qxc7 
    8. O-O a6 9. h3 Nb4 10. a3 Nxd3 11. Qxd3 h6 12. Re1 Bd7 13. Nc3 O-O-O 14. Ne5 Be8 
    15. Be3 Kb8 16. a4 Bd6 17. Nc4 Bh2+ 18. Kh1 Bc6 19. f3 Nh5 20. Ne4 f5 21. Nc5 Bd5 
    22. b4 Bg3 23. Reb1 Bh4 24. b5 Ng3+ 25. Kg1 axb5 26. Rxb5 Ka7 27. Rab1 Ne4 28. fxe4 fxe4 
    29. Nxe4 Qxc4 30. Rxb7+ Ka8 ...
  

A game that perfectly reflects the mix of patience, precision, and rapid-fire tactics that define Ibo2300.


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Feedback for Ibo2300 (Rapid games)

You've been showing solid understanding and good tactical awareness in your recent Rapid games. Your preference for the Nimzowitsch Defense and other less common openings demonstrates a willingness to challenge opponents with dynamic play, which is excellent for developing your style.

Strengths:

  • Tactical awareness: In your recent win vs. Ch3ssbeginner19, you executed a sharp attack leading to a checkmate efficiently. Maintaining this sharpness can create many opportunities.
  • Opening choices: You employ interesting openings like the Nimzowitsch Defense Nimzowitsch Defense">[Nimzowitsch Defense] and the Sicilian setup, which suit active and flexible play.
  • Endgame technique: Several games show a strong grasp of endgame details, converting small advantages patiently.

Areas for improvement:

  • Time management: In a couple of games, wins were achieved on time rather than checkmate. Remember to balance quick moves with careful calculation to avoid unnecessary time pressure.
  • Opening consistency: While experimenting is good, make sure to deepen your knowledge of your chosen openings to avoid inaccurate moves early on that can cause trouble later.
  • Defensive techniques: Review positions of your losses, such as against luizwas, focusing on how to handle pressure in cramped situations and avoid tactical oversights.

Suggested next steps:

  1. Study typical plans and common tactics in your favorite openings. Understanding key pawn breaks and piece maneuvers in the Nimzowitsch Defense can boost your confidence in the opening phase.
  2. Practice time management strategies during Rapid games, allocating more time for critical positions.
  3. Analyze your losses carefully to spot recurring tactical mistakes or strategic misunderstandings.

Here is one of your recent well-played wins demonstrating good opening and calculation skills:


Keep up the great work, and with continued study and practice, your Rapid play will improve even more!



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
bababoe69 2W / 1L / 0D
rhino431 1W / 0L / 0D
tlblnk 1W / 0L / 0D
rattiebattie 1W / 0L / 2D
feirse 5W / 1L / 2D
Most Played Opponents
h31k4l 18W / 5L / 0D
beronehype2 16W / 0L / 2D
feirse 5W / 1L / 2D
niknakzz 6W / 0L / 0D
vbennzo 5W / 0L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 1539 2022
2024 1688
Rating by Year2024202520221688YearRatingRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 78W / 34L / 16D 91W / 24L / 13D 61.1
2024 4W / 0L / 1D 4W / 0L / 0D 54.2

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense 29 21 7 1 72.4%
Barnes Defense 27 18 7 2 66.7%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 19 10 7 2 52.6%
Three Knights Opening 17 15 1 1 88.2%
Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense 14 9 4 1 64.3%
Elephant Gambit 13 11 1 1 84.6%
Amazon Attack 11 5 3 3 45.5%
Scotch Game 7 4 1 2 57.1%
Four Knights Game 7 7 0 0 100.0%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 6 4 2 0 66.7%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Three Knights Opening 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Petrov's Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense 1 0 0 1 0.0%
Amazon Attack 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 13 1
Losing 4 0