Player Profile: jmarsh89
Meet jmarsh89, a tempest on the chessboard with a flair for dramatic openings and a record that reads like an epic saga. Known for boldly charging into the fray with 1. e4 and wielding the Bishop’s Opening as a secret weapon, jmarsh89 doesn't just play chess—they make it an adventure.
Rating Journey & Style
Since bursting onto the chess scene in 2020, jmarsh89 soared to a peak Rapid rating of 849, showing early flashes of brilliance. Although ratings have had their ups and downs—the rollercoaster is half the fun—jmarsh89's style tells the real story.
A tactician at heart, this player thrives in complex, tactical positions, boasting an impressive 62.86% comeback rate and an uncanny ability to turn a losing piece into a winning strategy. The average game ends in about 40 moves when victorious, but losses linger longer, giving more suspense and excitement to their matches.
Favorite Openings
- Bishop's Opening - Berlin Defense: Where the magic happens, scoring wins even when opponents expect the unexpected.
- King's Pawn Opening, King's Knight Variation: A classic favorite with a respectable 54.55% win rate.
- Scandinavian Defense (Closed): Turns the tables with a striking 64.29% success rate in Rapid.
- French Defense Knight Variation: Holding a strong performance in Blitz with a 75% win rate.
Recent Highlights
In the heat of battle on June 1, 2025, jmarsh89 delivered a masterpiece of tactical wizardry, finishing a fiery encounter with TopCat001 by resignation. Shows like these define their chess journey—bold, precise, and often leaving the opponent shaking their head.
Personality Insight
Not just a number cruncher, jmarsh89 has a cheeky tilt factor of 11%—proof that even the best get a little flustered now and then. But don’t worry, the best time to challenge them is at 2 PM, when their queen and knight are fully charged and ready to pounce.
Battle-Tested
jmarsh89’s matches are a testament to perseverance, with a longest winning streak of 9 games and a stubborn refusal to give up, even through an 11-game losing skid. This player proves that in the game of kings, it’s all about the comeback.
Playing Preferences
Prefer fast and furious? jmarsh89’s heart beats strongest in Blitz, where quick decisions and flashy attacks dominate. Though bullet is still a work in progress (rating of 135), their Blitz approach is as strategic as a chess ninja.
Fun Fact
Beware the early knight forks! jmarsh89 often charges with fierce moves like Nf3 to Ng5, challenging opponents to keep their cool or face a swift defeat.
Summary
In sum, jmarsh89 is a fearless chess player with a ready arsenal of openings, a knack for comebacks, and a storytelling style that makes every game worth watching. Whether rising from the ashes of a losing streak or pressing a sudden attack, jmarsh89’s games are anything but boring.
Ready to face the whirlwind? Sharpen your tactics—you’ll need them.
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🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| schsam | 17W / 74L / 3D | View Games |
| thebeorn | 7W / 16L / 3D | View Games |
| lawextraordinaire | 2W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| waltdog20 | 1W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| jokerchesstv | 1W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 135 | 533 | ||
| 2022 | 649 | |||
| 2021 | 305 | 664 | ||
| 2020 | 658 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 41W / 32L / 4D | 31W / 44L / 1D | 51.2 |
| 2022 | 21W / 16L / 1D | 17W / 25L / 0D | 45.1 |
| 2021 | 172W / 162L / 9D | 131W / 195L / 2D | 44.5 |
| 2020 | 9W / 22L / 1D | 5W / 25L / 2D | 49.1 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 45 | 25 | 18 | 2 | 55.6% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 39 | 19 | 20 | 0 | 48.7% |
| Scotch Game | 38 | 14 | 22 | 2 | 36.8% |
| Center Game | 24 | 5 | 19 | 0 | 20.8% |
| Three Knights Opening | 22 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Nimzowitsch Defense Kennedy Linksspringer Variation | 21 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 23.8% |
| Philidor Defense | 14 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 14.3% |
| Scandinavian Defense Closed | 14 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 64.3% |
| Vienna Game | 13 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 53.9% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 13 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 30.8% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 30 | 14 | 16 | 0 | 46.7% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 29 | 16 | 13 | 0 | 55.2% |
| Petrovs Defense | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 41.7% |
| Italian Game | 12 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Scotch Game | 11 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 27.3% |
| Four Knights Game Italian Variation | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Closed | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Alekhines Defense Scandinavian Variation | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 55.6% |
| Three Knights Opening | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 50.0% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 9 | 0 |
| Losing | 11 | 1 |