kingnevergiveup

Profile Summary: kingnevergiveup

Meet kingnevergiveup, a chess enthusiast whose username perfectly embodies their relentless spirit on the 64 squares! With a rapid rating peaking at 814 in June 2025, kingnevergiveup proves time and time again that quitting is simply not in their vocabulary.

Playing Style & Strengths

Known for a steady and strategic approach, kingnevergiveup favors long, thoughtful games averaging around 61 moves per win, showing a preference for deep endgames (appearing in over 56% of games). Whether playing as White or Black, their performance is quite balanced, boasting a respectable 48.3% win rate with White and an impressive 52.6% with Black.

Early resignations are rare, only about 8% of games—because giving up is for chumps! This player exhibits commendable tactical resilience as well, with a 67.64% comeback rate, meaning even when things get rough, kingnevergiveup fights back like a lion defending their throne.

Openings: The Secret Arsenal

While their top opening remains a mysterious "Top Secret," kingnevergiveup’s rebirth as a Scandinavian Defense specialist shines through. Notable successes include a 71.43% win rate with Owens Defense and strong performances with the Bishop's Opening and Reti Opening Queenside Fianchetto variations, proving adaptability and surprise in their repertoire.

Recent Performances

June 2025 has been a power month! After grinding through hundreds of rapid games, kingnevergiveup recently clinched a victory against the formidable felix_sequeda by winning on time in a tense battle of the English Opening (Anglo-Scandinavian Defense). However, even kings sometimes get dethroned—recent losses came via dramatic checkmates from stalwart opponents like zatitan.

Psychology & Quirks

They seem to thrive during the early dawn hours, with an interesting peak playing time around 5:00 AM. Maybe it’s the quiet or the coffee—whatever it is, it brings out their best. Beware, though; the “tilt factor” sits at a modest 12, so when frustrated, this king might shake the board but never concedes without a valiant fight.

Summary Stats

• Rapid Record: 406 wins / 344 losses / 45 draws
• Blitz Record: 28 wins / 28 losses / 3 draws
• Bullet Record: 11 wins / 17 losses
• Longest Winning Streak: 11 games
• Current Winning Streak: 4 games — things are heating up!

Funny Fact

Despite their nickname, kingnevergiveup doesn’t always win on board—sometimes, they claim victory by winning on the clock... proving that sometimes, the true weapon is patience (and a ticking timer).

Whether plotted on a rating graph or battling in the trenches, kingnevergiveup is a player who embodies grit, cunning, and the occasional well-timed time scramble win.