joshujei

Player Profile: joshujei

Meet joshujei, a chess warrior whose journey through the ranks of Rapid chess is nothing short of a thrilling roller-coaster ride — complete with epic comebacks, nail-biting finishes, and a fair share of queen sacrifices. From a modest starting rapid rating of 151 in early 2024, joshujei has steadily climbed to a peak rating of 1064 by January 2025, showing not only dedication but a hunger for improvement that rivals the fiercest dragons of the chess kingdom.

Playing Style & Stats

joshujei’s style is like a fine cappuccino: robust and smooth. With an endgame frequency over 65% and an average winning game of about 51 moves, this player clearly enjoys the full drama of the match, savoring each moment rather than rushing to an early handshake.

Strategic? Check. Tactical? Double check! joshujei boasts a commendable 65.58% comeback rate, proving time and again that even after losing material, hope is not lost — there's always a knight ready to hop back into action.

Favourite Openings (Spoiler: Italian and Knights FTW!)

• Italian Game: Played 76 games with a 57.89% win rate — classic and reliable.
• King's Pawn Opening, King's Knight Variation: Almost a 59% win rate; just enough aggression to keep opponents sweating.
• Three Knights Opening: Joshujei’s ace, with an impressive 68.42% win rate — knights truly shine here.
• Four Knights Game, Italian Variation: A solid 64.52% win rate — because sometimes you just want four knights dancing around the board.

Less loved but still on the playlist: the infamous Philidor Defense, which joshujei approaches with cautious respect (just over 40% win rate – let's be honest, that one's tricky!).

Match Records & Opponent Tales

With over 641 wins to 566 losses and 13 draws in Rapid games, joshujei is no stranger to battle. The player has experienced both the sweet victory of a checkmate finish and the pain of a heartbreaking timeout loss (the eternal curse of time trouble!).

Against some opponents, joshujei has a spotless record — perfect 100% wins against multiple foes like ossi50, lillyyy0810, and many more. Against others... well, let’s just say some foes (looking at you, rakim_06) have been a tough nut to crack.

When to Catch joshujei at Their Best?

Chess wisdom says timing is everything, and joshujei proves it plays best around 10:00 AM — that golden hour where the mind is sharp and the coffee is strong. The winning rate peaks in the late morning and early afternoon hours, with a particularly friendly 83% success rate at 10 AM. Late nights? Let’s just say things get chillier on the win front after 9 PM, with a dip down to 40% around 11 PM.

Fun Facts & Quirks

• Tilt Factor: At a modest 10, joshujei keeps calm even when the chess gods play tricks.
• Early Resignation Rate: Only 1.59% — this player fights till the end, or at least until the coffee kicks in.
• Longest Winning Streak: 11 games straight, proving that when the stars align, joshujei is unstoppable.
• Longest Losing Streak: 10 games — a humbling reminder that even chess heroes have off days.

Highlight Reel: Recent Victories & Defeats

Joshujei’s recent match against Ossi50 ended fabulously with a resignation victory after squeezing the opponent into a tightening positional noose. Another stunning win by checkmate over jcanpete showcased joshujei’s unstoppable attacking spirit. Not all battles end victorious though; a recent loss against rakim_06 due to running out of time reminds us that even the best need to keep their clocks in check.

In Summary

joshujei is an ambitious Rapid chess contender with a love for classic openings and a fighting spirit that refuses to quit. Whether crafting elegant knight maneuvers or battling through the endgame trenches, this player is steadily climbing and keeping the chess community on its toes with every move. Keep your eyes peeled — joshujei’s next winning streak could be just a move away!