Profile Summary: joelfisch
Meet joelfisch, a chess warrior navigating the battlefield of 64 squares with a flair for the unexpected and a knack for testing openings that make grandmasters raise an eyebrow. This player has a blitz peak rating of 313, and while the bullet rating might make some gasp with a peak at 1021 (which might be a glitch or rapid-fire madness!), it's his blitz and rapid games that tell the compelling tale of a fierce competitor who loves the speed and complexity of fast chess.
Playing Style & Strengths
Known for engaging often in the Van t Kruijs Opening—a choice befitting those who like to surprise their foes early on—joelfisch holds a near 50% win rate here, proving he’s no stranger to sharp tactical skirmishes. The trusty French Defense is another favorite, boasting a win rate over 57% in blitz, showing a flair for solid, resilient positions combined with tactical strikes.
His style features an interesting balance: while the average game length to victory clocks in around 41 moves, losses tend to linger just a bit longer—maybe he fights to the bitter end or simply enjoys drawing out the suspense! Joelfisch doesn’t shy away from the endgame either, with over 37% of games reaching that phase, revealing an appreciation for technical finesse.
The Psychological Battlefield
Every chess player faces ups and downs, and joelfisch is no exception with a tilt factor of 11. But this player knows best when to strike: evenings around 7 PM are his sweet spot for maximum brainpower and strategic clarity, boasting a nearly 51% win record at that hour. Paradoxically, his win rates dip a little on Thursday and Friday, possibly when weekend plans cause distraction—or maybe the coffee's just not strong enough.
Fun Facts & Rivalries
With over 1,990 games played across blitz, bullet, and rapid combined, joelfisch is a seasoned gladiator of the online chess scene—with a mixed record of 712 wins to 790 losses and a dabble of draws. He has endured fierce battles and celebrated sweet victories, including a recent lightning win via time control against Tukii23, employing the Van t Kruijs Opening to outmaneuver the opponent. Conversely, losses to opponents like romulo818 remind us that even the best can be humbled.
Interestingly, joelfisch has a perfect 100% win rate against some challengers (take tukii23!) but struggles heavily against others — talk about rollercoaster rivalry dynamics!
The Final Move
Whether it’s blitz, bullet, or rapid, joelfisch embodies the true spirit of chess: the thrill of discovery, resilience, and occasionally laughing in the face of defeat. An average loss or victory is merely a prelude to the next battle, for in the words of the immortal Bobby Fischer, “Chess is life.”
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| bigshowjoe | 0W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| chrabeelnawazgmailcom | 1W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| nicolas1119 | 2W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| ooveronoo | 2W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| thekingsalomon777 | 2W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 502 | 186 | 174 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 574W / 586L / 48D | 540W / 624L / 45D | 43.9 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 65 | 29 | 34 | 2 | 44.6% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 17 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 5.9% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 10 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 40.0% |
| Bishops Opening | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 44.4% |
| Alekhines Defense | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Philidor Defense | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Vienna Game | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 20.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 40.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Scotch Game | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| French Defense Normal Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 835 | 419 | 385 | 31 | 50.2% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 241 | 101 | 126 | 14 | 41.9% |
| French Defense | 196 | 106 | 85 | 5 | 54.1% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 162 | 72 | 84 | 6 | 44.4% |
| French Defense Normal Variation | 129 | 60 | 61 | 8 | 46.5% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense | 66 | 32 | 32 | 2 | 48.5% |
| French Defense Queens Knight Variation | 49 | 22 | 27 | 0 | 44.9% |
| Undefined | 43 | 13 | 30 | 0 | 30.2% |
| French Defense Knight Variation Two Knights Variation | 41 | 18 | 23 | 0 | 43.9% |
| French Defense Kings Indian Attack | 36 | 17 | 18 | 1 | 47.2% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 10 | 0 |
| Losing | 11 | 1 |