Joachim B Nilsen IM

Joachim B Nilsen - International Master of the 64 Squares

Also known as JoachimBN, this chess virtuoso isn’t your average board lover. Awarded the prestigious International Master title by FIDE, Joachim’s journey from humble beginnings to chess stardom is a tale of cunning, strategy, and a bit of cheeky endgame wizardry.

Rating Rollercoaster & Performance Highlights

Starting his recorded blitz rating at a modest 1038 in 2011, Joachim skyrocketed to an eye-watering peak of 2750 by 2024—impressively maintaining a streak of wins that could make even Magnus pause. Bullet games? Oh, those are a wild ride too, with a blistering top rating of 2753 and a win count that proves fast reflexes and sharper tactics.

Masters of Speed

• Blitz: Max rating 2750, with over 1900 wins and a solid 54.9% win rate playing "Top Secret" openings that probably include 12 moves ahead of your wildest imagination.
• Bullet: Cruised up to 2753 rating, boasting 872 wins and a 54.3% win rate on those lightning-fast games — clearly someone who’s comfortable thinking while simultaneously sipping coffee.
• Rapid & Daily: Not leaving slower-paced games neglected, Joachim maintains respectable ratings over 2400 in Rapid and keeps daily chess sharp with an astute win rate close to 63%.

Signature Style & Quirks

Joachim’s style? Equal parts patient strategist and tactical beast. With an endgame frequency soaring at nearly 86%, you can bet this player doesn’t just hustle early but savors the sweet long battles. Averaging about 81 moves per win, this maestro proves that patience is a virtue—sometimes checkmating opponents with a chess marathon rather than a blizzard of quick strikes.

Psychologically, Joachim calls on an impressive comeback rate of 92%. Yes, if life knocks him down, he’s already planning a counterattack with 100% success after losing pieces. The tilt factor? A humble 8, meaning whether victory or defeat, Joachim keeps the cool like a glacier on a summer day.

Opponent Chronicles & Memorable Feats

Facing a wide array of opponents worldwide, Joachim boasts perfect or near-perfect win records against recent challengers like sicksickmate and thomasp99. Legends whisper that his secret weapon is a “Top Secret” opening repertoire – possibly involving secret handshake moves and ninja-level gambits.

Trivia & Fun Facts

• Longest winning streak: a jaw-dropping 26 games.
• Never gives up: a comeback rate of over 92% and a 100% win rate after losing a piece — talk about optimism.
• Loves the drama of endgames and can outlast most opponents in battles lasting over 80 moves.
• His playing hours show peak brilliance during late evenings (11 PM) and early mornings (6 AM!) — either a chess ninja or a midnight strategist.

In a game where even seconds count, Joachim B Nilsen proves that with perseverance, tactical wit, and a little secret sauce, one can rise through the ranks to become a formidable International Master – feared for both speed and endurance.