Player Profile: itzzzander
Meet itzzzander, a chess enthusiast whose journey resembles a thrilling rollercoaster ride—filled with wins, losses, and plenty of tactical surprises. With a peak blitz rating nudging the 400 mark (yes, a formidable 397 rating achieved in May 2025), itzzzander has proven to be a force to reckon with in the fast-paced realms of blitz and rapid chess. Don't let the numbers fool you though; this player embodies a blend of tenacity and creativity on the board.
Career Highlights
- Blitz: Currently rating around 389 with a historic high of 397. A balanced win/loss record reflects fiercely contested battles — 222 wins, 222 losses, and 23 draws.
- Rapid: An impressive peak rating of 405 in early 2025, showcasing mastery in longer quick games with nearly 100 wins and a respectable win rate hovering near 54%.
- Daily: Perfect score so far — 1 game, 1 win, rating a flawless 400.
- Bullet: Still finding footing with a peak rating of 241 but showing moments of brilliance.
Playing Style
It's not just about raw power. With an average of nearly 46 moves per victory and a tendency to extend games to 58 moves on losses, itzzzander enjoys squeezing the complexity out of the position. A calculated strategist, they tend to resign early only around 7% of the time — clearly fighting until the very last pawn! Known for tactical resilience, with a formidable comeback rate near 60%, itzzzander thrives under pressure, often turning the tide after setbacks.
Opening Repertoire
Itzzzander’s choice openings paint a picture of classical and versatile playstyles:
- Bishop’s Opening reigns supreme in blitz with a neat 67% win rate, often catching opponents off guard.
- King’s Pawn Opening remains a trusty warrior, boasting a solid 57% win rate across faster formats.
- If under fire, they pull out surprises like the Scandinavian Defense, winning a cool 56% of games in blitz.
- Though not shy to experiment, openings like the Queen’s Pawn Mikenas Defense show even the best have their challenges — a mere 20% win rate there.
Memorable Moments & Rivalries
Not afraid to go head-to-head with opponents of all calibers, itzzzander boasts a 100% win rate against several rivals like yousefzam1 and chipacao, while struggling to crack the code against some others like hermanmunich and bandi203. This mix keeps every match thrilling!
Recent victory highlight: On May 23, 2025, itzzzander elegantly forced a resignation after a sharp Bishop’s Opening game against yousefzam1, showcasing not only tactical cunning but also endgame finesse.
Fun Facts
- Favorite time to strike? 9 PM — statistically their best hour for wins.
- Fights to the finish: Wins by resignation and checkmate fall almost equally — hinting at a player who calmly converts advantages rather than rushing the kill.
- If the chips are down, expect a comeback: Over half the time they’ve been behind, itzzzander bounces back!
Whether you're an aspiring challenger or simply a fan of thrilling blitz battles, itzzzander is definitely one to watch. Just remember: if you face their Bishops Opening, be ready — it might be your toughest opponent yet.
"Chess is not always about winning, but about making your opponent believe they're already lost." – itzzzander’s motto, probably.
