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Janymus

Playing Since: 2023-03-21 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

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Daily: 953
21W / 19L / 3D
Rapid: 593
225W / 216L / 47D
Blitz: 637
1113W / 1092L / 134D
Bullet: 454
937W / 1015L / 10D

Janymus - The Relentless Checker-Challenger

Stepping onto the virtual chessboard with a modest rating that’s definitely on the rise, Janymus is the player who proves persistence is just as important as clever openings. Not afraid to experiment, Janymus’s journey through the ranks is a rollercoaster of highs and lows, peppered with courage, tactical comebacks, and the occasional “oops” moment!

Playing Style & Strengths

With an eye for the endgame, Janymus shows a knack for taking fights deep — averaging about 57 moves per win and a cool 61 moves in losses. The player shines brightest around the witching hour of 4 AM, when the mind is sharpest, and the coffee kicks in, boasting a remarkable 62% success rate during those wee hours.

Don’t expect early quits here — Janymus resigns early in less than 2% of games, stubbornly pushing until the final showdown. Experience shows in a stellar 88% comeback rate after setbacks, truly embodying the spirit of “never say die.”

Ratings & Achievements

  • Blitz: Peak rating of 663 (June 2025) with a recent climb back to the mid-600s after some battles on the battlefield.
  • Rapid: Solid all-rounder with a top rating near 640, showing a steady climb and consistent performance.
  • Bullet: Known for flashy, quick moves — a peak at 582 — though sometimes speed can be a double-edged sword.
  • Daily Chess: The grandmaster of patience, peaking at a formidable 846 rating, proving Zen and chess are best friends.

Opening Arsenal

Janymus loves the classic and the quirky alike. The Van 't Kruijs Opening is a personal favorite, leading to nearly 47% victories in blitz games — an opening as mysterious as its name sounds. The Queen's Pawn and King's Pawn openings are trusty go-to’s, showing adaptability. On the defensive side, a flirtation with the Philidor Defense and the Scandinavian pays dividends, showcasing a well-rounded repertoire.

Memorable Moments

Among the latest triumphs, a swift checkmate victory against tng142 stands out — wrapping up with a queen delivering the final blow after a tense positional dance. These wins aren’t just games; they’re drama, strategy, and a bit of good luck rolled into one electrifying performance.

But hey, even the best have off days. Janymus once found themselves losing on time — proof that even masters sometimes get distracted by life’s many interruptions. It only adds to the charm.

Psych & Tendencies

Known to experience the tilt factor (chess speak for “mind blown by rage”) about 32% of the time, Janymus battles the inner demons between moves. Yet, the psychological resilience to bounce back is strong. Playing against opponents of all calibers, this player has demonstrated grit, sneaky tactics, and moments of genius that keep fans rooting.

All in all, Janymus reminds us that chess isn’t just about ratings or win streaks — it’s about passion, persistence, and the thrill of the game. After all, in the kingdom of 64 squares, every move can be a story.


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 443 635 594 898
2024 420 419 542 759
2023 344
Rating by Year202320242025898344YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 403W / 379L / 23D 359W / 426L / 27D 65.3
2024 385W / 424L / 33D 422W / 398L / 27D 59.0
2023 5W / 6L / 2D 5W / 6L / 2D 60.7

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Van t Kruijs Opening 575 261 311 3 45.4%
Pirc Defense 164 82 82 0 50.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 126 57 69 0 45.2%
Philidor Defense 72 36 36 0 50.0%
French Defense Knight Variation 70 27 43 0 38.6%
Mieses Opening 53 34 19 0 64.2%
Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System 53 21 32 0 39.6%
French Defense 47 25 22 0 53.2%
Pirc Defense Maroczy Defense 46 18 28 0 39.1%
French Defense Normal Variation 32 11 21 0 34.4%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Van t Kruijs Opening 11 6 5 0 54.5%
French Defense Exchange Variation 5 0 4 1 0.0%
Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation 4 1 3 0 25.0%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 3 0 3 0 0.0%
Pirc Defense 3 2 1 0 66.7%
Vienna Game 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Kings Pawn Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
English Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
French Defense Normal Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Van t Kruijs Opening 85 41 35 9 48.2%
Kings Pawn Opening 52 28 22 2 53.9%
Queens Pawn Opening 23 10 11 2 43.5%
Pirc Defense 22 9 10 3 40.9%
Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation 21 9 10 2 42.9%
Scandinavian Defense 20 8 8 4 40.0%
French Defense Normal Variation 17 6 10 1 35.3%
Philidor Defense 14 5 7 2 35.7%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 12 7 5 0 58.3%
French Defense Knight Variation 11 6 4 1 54.5%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Van t Kruijs Opening 165 75 78 12 45.5%
Kings Pawn Opening 91 46 42 3 50.5%
Queens Pawn Opening 70 38 30 2 54.3%
Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation 48 22 23 3 45.8%
Scandinavian Defense 46 23 21 2 50.0%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 45 18 26 1 40.0%
Pirc Defense 44 18 25 1 40.9%
Philidor Defense 40 21 17 2 52.5%
French Defense Knight Variation 39 16 19 4 41.0%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 30 14 12 4 46.7%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 0
Losing 32 1
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