Rowelyn Acedo WNM

Rowelyn-Joy Acedo (aka kajoyskie)

Woman National Master & Chess Maestro

Meet Rowelyn-Joy Acedo, affectionately known in chess circles as kajoyskie — a tactician whose knight moves have left many scratching their heads and queens hiding under pawns. Earning the prestigious title of Woman National Master, Rowelyn-Joy doesn’t just play chess; they wage stylish, calculated battles on 64 squares.

Rating & Style

Their blitz rating has danced up to a sizzling 2295, peaking in October 2023, proving that when the clock ticks, Rowelyn-Joy ticks faster. Their bullet games have seen a stellar high of 2247, where lightning-fast decisions meet precision. While their rapid play peaked at 2086, daily games remain a leisurely stroll at a steady 1346.

Known for a healthy dose of patience, Rowelyn-Joy's average winning game clocks in around 79 moves — not one to rush into victory but rather slowly squeeze opponents dry. Their comeback rate is nothing short of inspirational, bouncing back from setbacks nearly 88% of the time.

Playing Quirks & Strengths

• Early Resignation Rate: A humble 1.95% — this player prefers to fight rather than fold.
• Endgame Frequency: An impressive 86.42%; endgames are essentially their playgrounds.
• White Pieces Win Rate: A commanding 62.42% — White better watch out!
• Black Pieces Win Rate: A solid 58.09% — watch those sneaky counterattacks!
• Best Time to Play: 10 PM — when the mind is sharp and caffeine kicks in.

Favorite Openings (or Secret Weapons)

Rowelyn-Joy has a knack for the Top Secret opening, boasting an impressive 67-72% win rate across blitz, rapid, and bullet formats. When feeling traditional, they wield the Italian Game and King’s Indian Defense like a seasoned general, famously checkmating opponents with style and flair. Their “Unknown Opening” repertoire keeps adversaries guessing and (often) losing.

Career Highlights & Anecdotes

From humble beginnings with a blitz rating just above 1400 in 2015, Rowelyn-Joy has skyrocketed to near-2300 in less than a decade. Not bad for someone who can probably lose a pawn and still turn the tables — with a comeback rate to prove it! Their longest winning streak sits at an impressive 13 games, proving consistency and fierce determination.

Despite their prowess, even Rowelyn-Joy has had their humbling moments—take their recent loss against the formidable Me_ch_an in May 2025, a thrilling clash ending by checkmate. But fear not, since just days later, they avenged themselves with a checkmate victory over Sultan2818, reminding everyone why they are a force to be reckoned with.

Battle Record at a Glance

• Blitz: 241 wins, 111 losses, 45 draws - who says fast can't be strong?
• Rapid: 143 wins, 46 losses, 46 draws - calculated, calm, and collected.
• Bullet: 161 wins, 95 losses, 13 draws - fast fingers, sharp mind.
• Daily: 1 win, 4 losses - apparently, patience is not always a virtue here!

In Their Own Words (Well, Almost)

Whether it’s outwitting “gingeorgi” who has met them 36 times, or cheerfully dismantling lesser-known foes with a 100% win rate, kajoyskie brings not just skill but personality to the game. Their tilt factor is a modest 5, but beware the 10 PM hour—this is when magic happens and opponents disappear.

So, if you catch them online or at a tournament, bring your best moves and a strong coffee — meet Rowelyn-Joy Acedo, the chess player who proves that brains, perseverance, and a little bit of madness make an unbeatable combination.