Profile Summary: jimreins
Meet jimreins, a chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is a rollercoaster of sharp attacks, strategic retreats, and, occasionally, spectacular resignations. With a penchant for the French Defense variations and a knack for the Scotch Game, jimreins dances between calculated gambits and bold plays.
Starting with a Blitz rating around 938 in early 2021, jimreins has steadily climbed the ladder to a peak Blitz rating of 1624 by mid-2022. Not one to shy away from rapid play, the Rapid rating zenith reached an impressive 1559 as recently as September 2024. Bullet is a different beast, and while jimreins' peak Bullet rating hovers around 1122, it’s clear speed isn’t the only thing fueling this player’s passion.
Play Style & Strengths
- Win Rate: A solid blitz win-rate of 56.46% and a slightly more cautious rapid win-rate around 62% in Scotch Gambit games.
- Opening Preferences: Enjoys the intricate lines of the French Defense (especially the Advance and Exchange variations) and isn’t afraid to shake things up with the Scotch Gambit or Italian Game.
- Games Played: Over 14,000 blitz games with a commendable tally of 8,927 wins; enough experience to know when to strike and, humorously, when to resign early (early resign rate near 81%).
Quirks & Stats
Known for an early resignation rate bordering on legendary levels (a daring 81%!), jimreins clearly believes sometimes life—and chess—is just too short for lost causes. On the bright side, comeback rate sits at a respectable 14%, so don’t count them out just yet!
A true night owl on chess, jimreins performs best around 9 to 10 PM, proving that the best moves often come when the world is winding down.
Recent Games Spotlight
On May 31, 2025, playing White, jimreins secured a thrilling victory in a Scotch Gambit, displaying tactical flair and patience, ultimately winning after 62 moves. Conversely, not all days are winning days; a challenging French Defense Advance Variation led to a tough loss by resignation shortly after. But hey, every grandmaster starts somewhere!
Final Word
In the ever-spinning world of chaotic blunders and brilliant discoveries, jimreins stands as a fierce competitor who’s not afraid to push forward—sometimes with the king, sometimes out the door early. Whether grinding through the blitz battlefield or calmly maneuvering in rapid games, this player keeps the spirit of chess alive, one move at a time.
