Joni1802

Profile Summary: Joni1802

Meet Joni1802, a chess wizard who’s been dancing with pawns, knights, and kings since at least 2016. With nearly a decade of blitz battles under their belt, this player’s rating rollercoaster is more thrilling than a rollercoaster at a theme park (but with less screaming and more checkmates).

Rating Adventures

Starting around 1200 in daily chess and blitzing up to an impressive peak blitz rating of 2075 in June 2018, Joni1802 doesn’t just play—they dominate! Their bullet rating hit an astonishing peak of 2175 as recently as March 2024, proving they’re quick on the draw and faster on the mouse. Although the daily chess rating remains a humble 1200, it only adds to their mysterious, blitz-focused persona.

Playing Style & Strengths

Joni1802’s games average around 36 moves to victory, showing a patient strategist who knows how to outlast opponents. Their win rates reveal a solid preference for white pieces (61.77%) but plenty of success with black too (58.27%). They are not shy about resigning early when the tide turns (nearly 50% early resignation rate), perhaps saving energy for the next tactical onslaught.

With a comeback rate exceeding 53% and a 62.5% win rate after losing a piece, Joni1802 is the comeback kid of online chess, embracing the challenge and fighting till the very end. Just don’t expect a lot of draws — they like to decide things sharp and clean.

Opening Repertoire

An aficionado of the French Defense Exchange Variation with a blistering near 71% win rate in blitz (and even better in bullet), Joni1802 clearly knows how to frustrate opponents who dare challenge their fortress. Also favored are Italian and Scandinavian defenses, all with commendable win rates above 50%. This player likes theatrical openings but always keeps a trick or two up their sleeve.

Record & Rivals

Joni1802 has scored almost 3,000 wins in blitz and over 1,600 wins in bullet games. They’ve played hundreds of opponents but have certain favorites (and rivals) like “jaylue” and “dannyyi,” showing a true social chess flair—part rivalry, part camaraderie, and all fierce competition.

Memorable Matches

In a recent crazyhouse match, Joni1802 clinched a stunning checkmate victory using the French Defense, showcasing seamless strategy and attacking precision. When losing, it’s often to equally tough opponents and sometimes by resignation, which only underscores this player's competitive spirit—never giving up unless absolutely unavoidable.

Fun Facts

• Peak blitz rating: 2075 (June 2018)
• Peak bullet rating: 2175 (March 2024)
• Longest winning streak: 26 games
• Strongest opening in blitz: Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation with a 78% win rate — take that, opponents!
• Favorite time to play? Early morning may not be for everyone, but Joni1802’s best time to play is around 5:00 AM, when the brain is fresh and the pawns are at full speed.

Whether it’s blistering bullet or sharp, tactical crazyhouse, Joni1802 blends patience, passion, and a dash of audacity to keep the chessboard blazing. If you ever stumble across a game in progress, don’t blink — they might just have a checkmate waiting for you.