Overview
Not as good As you (username: Just_worse_than_u) is an International Master and a near-mythical force in fast chess. Best known as a Bullet specialist, they combine hyper-speed calculation with a fondness for long, grinding endgames. Fans call them the IM who plays like a sniper with a stopwatch.
Preferred time control: Bullet. Playstyle tags: Bullet expert, tactical, endgame grinder, quirky opening choices.
Playing Style and Strengths
At first glance Not as good As you seems built for chaos. Under the surface they favor deep endgames and unorthodox opening ideas. Key traits include:
- Exceptional comeback ability - strong WinRateAfterLosingPiece and a high ComebackRate
- High endgame frequency and very long decisive games - expect 70 to 100 moves
- Fast instincts in time trouble - perfect for Bullet where speed matters as much as accuracy
- Psychological toughness - tilt is limited, and they often punish opponents who overpress
Openings and Repertoire
Not as good As you favors lively, often offbeat systems that create practical chances in Bullet. Their top Bullet openings include:
- Caro-Kann Defense - a personal staple and one of the highest win rates
- Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation - used both as White and as a surprise Black weapon
- Amar Gambit and Amazon Attack - aggressive choices that fit the Bullet mindset
- Nimzo-Larsen Attack - frequent choice when they want asymmetry
As White they often choose Nf3 and creative flank moves. As Black they has had particular success meeting offbeat White setups with counterpunching play.
Career Highlights
Not as good As you earned the International Master title and has repeatedly demonstrated elite Bullet form. Notable milestones:
- Peak Bullet rating achieved in early 2025. 3120 (2025-01-02)
- Consistent high-level Bullet performance across 2024 to 2026 with long streaks of wins and resilience after losses
- Impressive opening records in several niche lines including strong results with the Dory Defense
For a quick visual, here is a compact rating trend placeholder. Use it to show Bullet progress.
Memorable Games
Not as good As you has a knack for dramatic finishes in Bullet. Below is a short sample game and a link to a memorable match against a frequent rival.
Sample tactical fragment (viewer will derive board state from moves):
Memorable match: Bullet upset vs fever_code
Rivals and Opponents
Not as good As you has faced many regulars. A few of the most-played opponents include:
- Amir Mohammad Hamidi - a long-running rivalry of epic Bullet duels
- James Chirilov - frequent matchups that test preparation
- Fever_Code - notable for high-tension tactical games
Fun Facts and Trivia
- Nickname suggestion: "The Stopwatch Strategist"
- Average winning game length is very long for Bullet, showing they like to fight to the finish
- Best times of day include midday hours, with a surprisingly strong 100 percent win sample at noon in some months
- Early resignations are common by opponents, contributing to a high early resignation rate observed
How to Follow
Fans can follow matches, watch opening experiments, and study long Bullet endgames. For quick reference, check the profile for match history and recent opponents like Amir Mohammad Hamidi.