Mark G. (aka Mark0781) - Chess Enthusiast & Occasional Grandmaster of Surprises
Mark G. is the kind of player who approaches chess much like life: with persistence, a few epic comebacks, and a healthy dose of humor when things don't go as planned.
Rating Journey & Style
Starting around 2020, Mark embarked on his blitz and rapid chess adventures. Over the years, his blitz rating has seen the wild rollercoaster rides with a peak of 1443 in 2020, dipping to a humble 316 in 2024, and gradually climbing back. Perhaps his blitz games are like a suspense thriller—unpredictable but exciting!
Daily chess seems to be his comfort zone lately, boasting a strong rating around 1376 in 2025 with an impressive 100% win rate in this format. Probably when Mark wants to relax, he chooses daily chess over bullet, where his bullet rating hovers more modestly (752 max in 2024).
Playing Style & Philosophy
Mark’s average game length suggests he’s a patient soul—games average about 49 moves, whether he wins or loses. He’s not in a rush to checkmate opponents nor to resign early, with a reasonable early resignation rate of 9.38%. When it comes to the endgame, he’s quite active, engaging nearly half of his games deep into the late phases—because who doesn’t love a good showdown with the kings?
Interestingly, Mark's comeback rate is an astonishing 58.67%, and he has a flawless 100% win rate after losing a piece—clearly showing he doesn’t panic when things get rough. If Mark tilts, it’s only about 11% of the time, which is quite respectable for any mortal who has faced checkmate more than a few times.
Competitive Streaks and Opponents
Mark's longest winning streak is a solid 8 games, but as of now, the streak has paused at zero—because even chess wizards need a break! His record against opponents varies wildly, with some players being Mark’s personal Achilles heels, and others falling victim to his strategic wizardry with a 100% win rate.
Quirky Stats & Fun Facts
- Mark is a nighttime strategist with peak success around 10 AM (66.67% win rate) and 20:00 hours (nearly 58% win rate), but watch out at 11 AM with only a 20% win rate—he might still be waking up the brain cells!
- His favorite day to break hearts on the board? Thursday, boasting a 52% win rate, the real 'thriller' day.
- White pieces hold a slight edge with a 48.17% win rate compared to 43.61% when playing black, but Mark proves he can fight from both sides.
- With nearly 1,200 blitz games played across years and a surprisingly balanced win-loss-draw record, Mark is as persistent as a chess pawn that just wants to promote.
All in all, Mark G. is a dedicated chess player whose journey includes ups, downs, and plenty of lessons in resilience. Whether he's snatching victory after losing a piece or chilling with daily chess, he embodies the spirit of a true chess adventurer. So, if you come across Mark0781 in your next game, brace yourself for a battle that could turn on a dime—or maybe that’s just Mark’s secret plan!
