Meet Joris_mrl, the chess enthusiast whose rapid rating once soared to an impressive 626 in March 2025 — a feat achieved over 27 intense rapid games where speed and strategy collide. Although the journey hasn't always been smooth sailing (hello, 5-game losing streak!), Joris_mrl's battle-hardened approach reveals a player who refuses to quit, boasting a remarkable 72.38% comeback rate. Like a true tactician, Joris doesn’t just play chess; they wrestle with fate on sixty-four squares!
Playing Style & Strengths
With a preference for the King’s Pawn Opening, winning 60% of those 20 games, Joris_mrl strikes first with classic aggression. The Scotch Game and Scandinavian Defense come next as favored battles, showing versatility and a willingness to mix up lines. Noticeably, Joris enjoys long battles, with an average of about 55 moves per win — proving patience is a virtue, even if the occasional early resignation creeps in (7.37% rate, but who's counting?).
Sweet Spots and Quirks
Chess at dawn? That’s Joris_mrl’s secret sauce! With a win rate peaking at 100% in the early morning hours (6 AM, to be exact), it's clear that coffee and pawns make a fierce combination. Humorously, 7 AM appears to be "do not disturb" time, with a surprising 0% win rate — maybe the alarm goes off too soon? On Thursdays and Wednesdays, victory is sweeter than a queen's gambit, with win rates creeping above 60%.
Bullet and Blitz Adventures
Though rapid chess is Joris's battlefield of choice, bullet and blitz battles add spice — with peak ratings of 456 and 320, respectively. In bullet, Joris shines using tricky lines like the Englund Gambit and French Defense Knight Variation, boasting perfect 100% win rates in those openings. Blitz might be less crowded in Joris’s trophy cabinet, but a flawless win with the Three Knights Opening Steinitz Defense suggests flashes of brilliance.
Rivalries and Friends
Joris_mrl's online battlefield has faced many warriors, with a notable rivalry against azgathe – winning 61.9% of 21 encounters. Some opponents like unionhall and a long list of others have suffered a clean 0% defeat rate, while others enjoy the challenge of balancing the score. Opponents beware: Joris is known to capitalize on weaknesses — turning lost pieces into potential comebacks with a 43.43% win rate even after losing material.
Memorable Games
Recent victories include a dramatic resignation win from the black side against Unionhall, where Joris's precise maneuvering made opponents see checkmate as the only escape. On a lighter note, Joris’s first queen move often puts fear into opponents, as shown in games featuring early queen checks and bold sacrifices.
In Conclusion
Whether racing against the clock under bullet time pressure or engrossed in deep rapid battles, Joris_mrl embodies the combo of resilience, tactical bravado, and a dash of unpredictability. A player who knows when to strike, when to endure, and above all, when to laugh at the board — because every loss is just a setup for the next brilliant comeback.
