LJ

Profile Summary: Chess Enthusiast LJ (ljmoore)

Meet LJ, a chess player whose journey on the 64 squares is as colorful as a Reti Opening gambit! With a peak rapid rating flirting just shy of 700 points (693 to be precise in April 2020), LJ has shown a persistent love for the game—and an admirable resilience in the face of the chessboard’s cruel twists and turns.

Sporting the username ljmoore, this ambitious tactician enjoys mixing it up across multiple time controls, from bullet blazes to thoughtful daily games. Their highest bullet rating peaked at 623, a testament to quick reflexes, while daily chess saw LJ hitting a solid 1111 at one point—proving that patience sometimes pays dividends, too.

Not one to stick to the beaten path, LJ has experimented with an eclectic mix of openings. From dabbling in the King's Pawn to deploying the Scandinavian Defense and showing a fondness for the lesser-traveled Van 't Kruijs and Bishop's Openings, LJ keeps opponents guessing. The Nimzowitsch Defense is a personal favorite, boasting the best win rate at over 55%—clearly LJ’s way of inviting creative complexity and tactical fireworks.

Now, talking about results: the statistics paint a picture of a true fighter. Over 544 wins in rapid games, accompanied by an almost equal number of losses and a handful of draws, reflect the battle-hardened spirit of a player who learns more from every defeat than victory. LJ's longest winning streak reached double digits (10 wins in a row) while enduring some sweeping losing streaks, including one with 13 setbacks. But hey, what's chess without a few humbling moments?

LJ’s temperament on the board is a fascinating study. With an early resignation rate around 14%, this player knows when to fight to the bitter end and when to bow out gracefully—probably saving energy for the next brilliant, if occasionally risky, strike. The comeback rate is impressive at over 61%, meaning LJ rarely gives up even with a piece down. And they rack up wins by delivering checkmates more often than resignations. In short, LJ likes to win with style.

Timing is everything: according to LJ’s stats, the sweet spot for playing is early morning around 8 AM (perhaps fueled by caffeine and optimism) and the chess clock also shows higher win rates during late morning hours, especially around 8 AM and 11 AM. So if you want to challenge LJ, better be ready sharp and alert then!

LJ’s psychological resilience is respectable, with a moderate tilt factor of 13. In other words, while they may get a bit frustrated, it’s never enough to throw a queen (or their knight) out the window. And with an average of 38 moves per win in rapid games, this player enjoys the deep strategic dance more than quick-fire kills.

Recent victories have featured some stylish checkmates—including a swift finish in just 36 moves against KayJ_25 in a Reti Opening, and a perfect mate game against luv-kamboj with the Alekhine's Defense Scandinavian Variation. Losses have come hard, often from tricky tactical opponents or games abandoned under pressure, but every setback only adds fuel to LJ’s competitive fire.

A fun fact: LJ has a curious love-hate relationship with coach and opponent 'aferrellster', having played 36 times with just over 8% success—looks like those two have a rivalry worth following!

Whether they’re aiming for checkmate or just enjoying the morbid beauty of a blunder, LJ embodies the true spirit of chess—ever evolving, constantly learning, and delightfully unpredictable. So if you see ljmoore online, prepare yourself: this player might not always be on top, but they’re never dull.

Chess is not only for grandmasters, but for grand personalities. And LJ certainly qualifies!