Jerome Jouandanne

Jerome Jouandanne - The Chess Adventurer

Meet Jerome Jouandanne, known in the chess realm as Jerome03333, a player whose journey on the 64 squares resembles a rollercoaster in both speed and strategy. If chess were a comedy-drama, Jerome’s part would be that of a spirited underdog with a flair for dramatic checkmates and the occasional — but never desperate — resignation.

Rating Evolution: From Tortoise to Hare (and Sometimes Losing the Speed Boost)

Starting out in 2020 with a modest Rapid rating around 205-325, Jerome showed impressive growth by 2025, peaking at a Rapid rating of 656 and a Blitz rating reaching 639. Though some dips in rating remind us that even chess knights occasionally fall off their horses, Jerome keeps bouncing back, proving resilience and tactical grit.

Playing Style & Personality

Jerome's games can stretch long and deep, with an average of 57 moves per win suggesting a patience rivaling a monk. Endgames are a favorite stage, featuring in nearly two-thirds of his adventures on the board. His early resignation rate is low—just 10%—showing he rarely throws in the towel without a fight.

Like a detective in a chess mystery, Jerome’s tactical awareness is rather sharp, staging comebacks in nearly 69% of games where he has been trailing. Warning though: he can sometimes have a tilt factor of 2, meaning a rough patch can ruffle his feathers just a bit — but hey, who doesn’t get a little frazzled when a bishop sneaks up unexpectedly?

Opening Moves: Favorite Battlegrounds

On the Rapid battlefield, Jerome prefers to charm with classic openings such as the King’s Pawn Opening and the Queen’s Pawn Opening — scoring a stellar 66-100% win rate in these. The Scotch Game Malaniuk Variation was the scene of a recent triumphant checkmate, sealing his reputation as a sharp and versatile opponent.

When blitzing, his style shifts a little: juggling openings like the aggressive King’s Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation and the mysterious Top Secret ensues in a balanced performance, showcasing both the wins and losses from rapid-fire play.

Memorable Streaks & Opponents

Jerome’s longest winning streak stands proudly at 6 games, a testament to his potential when the stars align on the board. His nemesis? A mix of tough players including rasputym and r_rodrigueschess, against whom wins have been elusive. However, he shows dominance (100% wins!) against opponents like zac02007 and dmsila03, proving that some players just spark his best game.

Noteworthy Battles

One recent highlight was a brilliant checkmate against zac02007 in a 600-second rapid game where Jerome, wielding the Scotch Game, navigated a thrilling combination ending in mate after 36 intense moves. You can relive this exciting duel here.

Fun Facts & Trivia

• Jerome’s best hour to play is around 15:00 — a perfect time for a cup of coffee and a clever fork.
• He wins more when playing Black (60%) than White (54%) — a mysterious preference few have cracked.
• His games have been won mostly by checkmate, but sometimes by timeout and resignation, suggesting his opponents occasionally run out of patience or steam!

In summary, Jerome Jouandanne personifies the spirit of a passionate chess player: evolving, experimenting, occasionally faltering, but always ready for the next game. Whether it's a rapid fire or a blitz battle, when Jerome sits at the board you can expect a game full of character, determination, and the occasional well-earned checkmate.