Jean Hebert - International Master (magnum11)
Meet Jean Hebert, a formidable International Master, or as close friends might call them, "The Rough Knight of Rapid Fire!" With the title bestowed by FIDE, Jean has carved a niche in the chess world, blending keen strategic insight with bursts of tactical fireworks, usually before the coffee kicks in.
Chess Journey & Playing Style
Jean’s chess story is one of perseverance and evolution. Early rating records show humble beginnings in rapid games with ratings around 1245 (2016), climbing steadily to an impressive peak rapid rating of 2574 in mid-2022. That’s like going from chess toddler to grandmasterly toddler with a vengeance. Jean favors openings with deceptive names like “Top Secret,” winning a solid 57% of these encounters, which suggests a style that’s mysterious, unpredictable, and occasionally wrong-footing opponents.
Known for endurance, Jean's games tend to be marathons rather than sprints: average moves per win hover around 78, meaning if you’re playing against them, better bring a snack. Their comeback rate is a whopping 84%, so don’t celebrate too early when Jean loses a piece—they might still twist the game and leave you wondering what just happened.
Strengths & Stats
- Rapid record: 758 wins, 409 losses, 153 draws.
- Blitz rating peak: 2353, proving Jean can also sprint when needed.
- Longest winning streak: 20 games (because once on fire, Jean turns into a flame thrower).
- Endgame specialist: Plays endgames in over 85% of games—patience and precision are their middle names.
- White advantage: Wins 61% of games as White, so watch out when Jean gets those first moves.
Psychological Profile
Jean might tilt occasionally (tilt factor of 6), but never for long. Their best time to strike is surprisingly 6 AM—who knew great chess minds wake up early? Rated games bring a slightly lower win difference compared to casual play, implying Jean takes every battle seriously, whether online or over the board.
Memorable Recent Highlight
On May 30, 2025, Jean showcased a masterclass in the Reti Opening: Sicilian Invitation. Launching a surgical combination, Jean checkmated opponent "Adeshhhh" after a hard-fought 89-move duel—because patience is reserved for kings and rare breakfasts.
Rivalries & Fans
Jean has squared off most frequently against guigui27 (26 games with a blazing 96% win rate) and has an uncanny knack for demolishing certain foes with perfect 100% records—take that, "cpicard" and "dimitricasciello." But for all Jean's prowess, the occasional stumble reminds us that even knights need rest.
In Short
Jean Hebert is a chess wizard in human form: patient, resilient, and resourceful. An early riser with a penchant for lengthy endgames and tricky openings, Jean turns ordinary boards into battlegrounds where every piece counts and every second could be the start of a comeback. Opponents beware—this IM doesn't just play chess; they live and breathe the 64 squares, and sometimes, the snacks that fuel those long, epic games.