jon104k

Meet jon104k: The Chess Journeyman

jon104k is a devoted chess enthusiast who’s been navigating the royal battlefield with a rating that’s seen wild rides from humble beginnings to surprising peaks. Starting in 2022 with a rapid rating around 500, jon104k’s tactical growth looks like a rollercoaster – sometimes thrilling, sometimes slightly nauseating, but never boring.

By May 2025, this fearless player hit a blitz peak rating of 895, a bullet top score near 770, and a rapid high of 641. They've clearly been on a quest to tame all time controls—from blinding bullet battles, winning over 220 games, to grinding out rapid duels with nearly 300 wins. Their blitz stats tell tales of fierce battles: 166 wins and almost as many losses (160), plus a clutch of draws.

Known for a balanced style, jon104k wins about half their games playing white (50.37%) and nearly as much on black (48.58%). Their gadget of choice? The Queen's Pawn Opening and the Scandinavian Defense – frequently wielded like trusty chess lightsabers, with win rates ranging from fairly decent to downright respectable, especially when deploying the Queen's Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense (53-73% win rate depending on format).

But don’t let the stats fool you: jon104k is no robot. Their tactical awareness shines through a remarkable 69.27% comeback rate. What does that mean? When the chips are down and a piece is lost, they’re likely plotting sneaky revenge. Though, like any passionate player, a tilt factor of 11 reveals they sometimes toss the mental pawn away and have to take a deep breath before the next game.

Matches are often won by checkmate (222 wins), but resignation happens too (240 wins), proving jon104k knows when to hold ’em and when to fold ’em. Also, timeout wins (205!) hint at some opponents scared to run down the clock against this relentless challenger.

When do they perform best? Evenings around 8 PM seem to bring out their inner chess ninja, boasting a win rate north of 57% at that magical hour. Weekends and Thursdays are also prime times to catch jon104k in action, with consistent above-50% win rates.

Notable Recent Triumph

In an epic showdown on May 27, 2025, playing White against kkmainchess, jon104k delivered a swift and elegant checkmate in just 31 moves using the Queen's Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense – a fitting nod to their opening flair.

This victory perfectly illustrates jon104k’s penchant for strategic positioning and endgame precision, wrapping up games in dramatic style.

Opponents Beware!

jon104k has tangled with some players repeatedly—especially rom1bonnem13 (17 matches with nearly 47% win rate) and enjoys a staggering 87.5% success against jgrst07. They've also got a list of opponents who have yet to win a game against them, just to keep things spicy.

Whether blitz, bullet, or rapid, jon104k’s chess journey is a blend of gritty defense, bold opening gambits, and the readiness to come roaring back from adversity. This player’s profile is a reminder that chess is as much about spirit and resolve as it is about ratings and wins.

In other words: Watch the clock, because jon104k is watching you!