James Mann de Toledo – International Master Extraordinaire
Meet James Mann de Toledo, known in the chess cosmos as jamesmdt, an International Master bestowed by the great chess gods at FIDE. When not contemplating the mysteries of the universe, James is busy unraveling the mysteries of blitz chess, where the clock is as unforgiving as a chess opponent who just found a brilliant fork.
Rating and Playing Style
James has blitzed through ratings with a peak of 2340 in December 2019, topping out rapid at a sparkling 2200 as recently as September 2024, and bullet reaching a swift 1645 in 2021. With a blitz win rate hovering around 55%, James is a fierce competitor who keeps the board heated and the opponents guessing.
Ever the tactician, James’s comeback rate of nearly 70% makes this player a nightmare for anyone trying to count a victory prematurely. If James loses a piece, don’t sigh too soon—nearly half the time they turn the tide right back in their favor.
The Human Behind the Moves
James has an affinity for the English Opening, showcasing a "Top Secret" weapon that keeps opponents on their toes through over 2,200 blitz games. When declining a game, James has a modest 8.5% early resignation rate—after all, saving time on hopeless positions is a chess skill in itself!
Chess Personality and Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: an eye-watering 30 games – talk about a hot streak!
- Favorite time to play? Around 10 AM, when the mind is sharpest for those sneaky tactics.
- James is equally comfortable wielding White or Black pieces, boasting a White win rate of 58% and still scratching out half the games when playing Black.
- Endgames are a playground – James reaches them in 74% of games, proving perseverance and technique are their forte.
Latest Battle Honors
The most recent victory was a dazzling display of strategic domination with the English Opening against dionizio01, where James forced a resignation with a flurry of calculated moves. Seeing James’s games is like watching a master painter crafting an intricate portrait—every move purposeful, every sacrifice meaningful.
Wrapping Up
Whether blitzing through the ranks or demonstrating resilience in rapid games, James Mann de Toledo is a force to be reckoned with. Armed with impeccable tactical awareness and a psychological edge that keeps opponents guessing, this International Master is not just playing chess – they’re redefining the art of the game, one move at a time. So next time you see jamesmdt on the board, prepare for a thrilling ride!
