Quentin Goedgebuer

Quentin Goedgebuer (aka insynity)

Meet Quentin Goedgebuer, a chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares is anything but ordinary. Better known by his username insynity, Quentin is the kind of player who treats every game like a thrilling rollercoaster — with thrilling wins, humbling losses, and the occasional dramatic resignation.

Rating Rollercoaster & Style

Quentin's peak rapid rating soared to an impressive 836 in June 2023, proudly showing off his tactical prowess. Blitz? That’s a wild ride too, hitting a peak of 696 in December 2024, reminding opponents that speed isn’t everything—but it sure makes the game spicy! His daily chess peak is a respectable 546, proving he's no slouch in the slower, contemplative formats.

A tactical wizard with a comeback rate of 65.7%, Quentin can claw back from losing material with creativity and grit — although, full dishing out defeats is sometimes rare with only about 41% win rate after losing a piece. He tends to prefer enduring endgames (appearing in 54% of his games), and his average game length hovers around 54 moves, hinting at stubborn battles rather than snap decisions.

Famed Openings & Secret Weapons

Quentin is a connoisseur of classical and slightly offbeat openings. His victories with the Caro-Kann Defense boast a solid 60% win rate in blitz games, while his enthusiastic adoption of the Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense shines even brighter at a stunning 62.5%. Not to mention his Pirc Defense skills, with a 69% win rate in rapid games – enough to make opponents wonder if they stumbled into a whirlpool.

Battle Scars & Memorable Duels

Like all chess warriors, Quentin has duked out some epic battles. His longest winning streak stands at a commendable 13 games, proving once he catches fire, he’s tough to extinguish. Losing streaks, however, can stretch up to five, showing even the best get tangled in tough knots.

Notably, Quentin’s recent triumphs include a signature checkmate victory with the Reti Opening - Kingside Fianchetto Variation and a crafty resignation win achieved via the Nimzowitsch Defense. Of course, the losses teach him valuable lessons — one recent setback came from the resilient Scandinavian Defense.

Psychology & Play Habits

Quentin shows a remarkable calm under pressure, maintaining a tilt factor of just 5 — that’s pretty Zen when even grandmasters occasionally slam their bishops onto the board in frustration. His best hours to play? Chess.com whispers that evenings around 10 PM are when Quentin is at his sharpest, with win rates soaring above 70% in some late-night slots. Clearly, caffeine, quiet, or maybe moonlight fuel his mental gears.

A Word From the Data

• Total wins across all formats: 175+
• Draws are quite rare; Quentin prefers decisive drama
• Often triumphs against lower-rated opponents but equal or higher-rated foes remain a formidable challenge

Whether you call him Quentin or insynity, one thing is clear: this player doesn’t quit chess, even when the position looks grim. With a blend of strategy, resilience, and a pinch of whimsy, Quentin’s chess story keeps unfolding — and every game adds another interesting chapter.