About Le-petit-patron (ion march)
ion march, who plays online under the handle Le-petit-patron, is a prolific and slightly mischievous chess player known for long, thoughtful games and a fondness for surprising gambits. Active across Bullet, Blitz, Rapid and Daily formats since 2023, ion has a clear preference for Daily games — perfect for brewing coffee, thinking 15 moves ahead, and occasionally forgetting what the clock was for.
Playing style
Ion's games tend to run long and rich: expect endgames, technical play, and endurance. A few defining traits:
- Avg moves per decisive game: about 70 — marathon, not sprint.
- Endgame frequency: high (over 70%) — strong in the late phase.
- Composure: remarkable comeback rate (~81%) and solid tactical resilience after material loss.
- Best time to challenge: evenings around 22:00 — this is when ion’s tactical radar is sharpest.
Favorite openings & signature lines
Ion experiments a lot, but several openings stand out in their repertoire. Click the terms to explore the theory (internal links/placeholders):
- As Black: Caro-Kann Defense — a go-to reliable choice in all time controls.
- As White: Scotch Game — frequent, aggressive and effective in faster games.
- Gambit flair: Amar Gambit and Elephant Gambit — when ion wants fireworks (and often gets them).
- Surprising wins with the Barnes Defense and oddball lines — opponents are rarely relaxed.
Career highlights
Ion’s journey shows steady activity and notable peaks across formats. Peak ratings (placeholders for live stats):
- Peak Rapid: 2023 (2026-02-28)
- Peak Blitz: 1811 (2026-02-23)
- Peak Bullet: 1580 (2026-02-09)
- Peak Daily: 1924 (2026-02-03)
Visualize recent Rapid progress:
.Results & notable records
Ion has played thousands of games with a strong track record across formats. Quick snapshot:
- Bullet: 4,945 wins / 5,032 losses / 625 draws — fearless in chaos.
- Blitz: 5,340 wins / 4,492 losses / 722 draws — powerfully consistent at speed.
- Rapid: 2,285 wins / 1,555 losses / 269 draws — where strategic depth shows.
- Daily: 13 wins / 4 losses — preferred time control for careful victories.
- Longest winning streak: 34 games. Longest losing streak: 21 games. Current streak: winning 1.
Memorable opponents & rivalries
Ion has faced many repeat opponents; the most-played opponent on record is CHESSYFRESH. Other frequent foes include max_twitch and rachmaninovseven — plenty of history and rematches fuel the rivalry.
Fun facts & extras
- Preferred time control: Daily — patience is part of the strategy.
- Early resignation rate is low — ion fights to the bitter end.
- Famous for turning gambits into real results (see Amar Gambit and Elephant Gambit performances).
- Sample mini-game to try in training:
- Want a quick profile peek? Try the internal opponent profile: CHESSYFRESH
How to challenge Le-petit-patron
Look for ion in Daily and Rapid queues (evenings are ideal). Bring patience, prepare a Scotch or Caro-Kann line, and don’t be surprised if a gambit sneaks in — it’s all part of the charm.