Андрей Артюшок (loonyd)
Known on the battlefield of 64 squares as loonyd, Андрей Артюшок is a chess enthusiast who dances a delicate tango between rapid and blitz formats. His peak rapid rating soared impressively to 1454, while his blitz skills earned him a respectable top rating of 1129. Daily chess is a more casual affair with a modest peak rating of 800, but his passion for quicker games clearly shines through.
Playing Style & Stats
Andrey approaches chess with patience and endurance, averaging over 63 moves per win and even more in losses, showing a resilience that many admire. He is no stranger to comebacks, boasting a remarkable 82% comeback rate after setbacks, reminding us that pride does come before a swift counter-punch rather than a resignation.
While his white pieces hold a slight edge with a 50.36% win rate, his black pieces are not far behind, proving that he plays creatively regardless of the color, though slightly less successfully at 45.01% wins.
Tactical Preferences
On the opening front, Андрей enjoys the King's Indian Defense, which seems to be his personal stronghold boasting a cool 100% win rate in blitz games — take that, opponents! In rapid chess, he masterfully handles the King's Indian Attack and the Indian Game, showing a penchant for dynamic, complex positions.
Record & Rivalries
With a busy chess career accumulating over hundreds of games, Андрей's rapid record reflects more wins than losses (304 wins to 268 losses), while blitz is a tougher battleground with slightly more losses than wins. His opponents range far and wide, with some fierce rivals — notably, he has played slovafn 56 times, albeit without a single win (ouch!). On the flip side, he holds a perfect win rate against several players, proving he can be merciless in the right matchups.
Memorable Moments & Humor
Despite facing inevitable blunders (who doesn’t?), Андрей has fought through lengthy matches, often shrugging off early resignations with a surprisingly low early resignation rate of just 0.52%. His longest winning streak is an admirable 8 games, and as if to show off his stamina, he currently rides a 7-game winning streak! Lost 11 in a row once? Yes, but that’s just the price of greatness.
Fun fact: Андрей seems to have found his peak playing time around 7 PM, where his win rate spikes close to 54%. It appears evenings are when the chess gods favor him — or maybe just his coffee kicks in.
Latest Triumph
His most recent triumph was a rapid game on March 24, 2025, where Андрей (playing black) masterfully forced his opponent to resign after a precise and relentless endgame technique, showcasing his strategic depth and fighting spirit.
In summary, Андрей Артюшок is a resilient and steadfast battler on the chessboard, wielding the King's Indian lines like a seasoned warrior and always ready for the next challenge — sometimes losing, often learning, but forever enjoying the game.