Michael Doak (mdoak330)
Michael Doak is the chess enigma you neither saw coming nor fully understand after a game. With a career spanning over a decade, he boasts a blitz top secret opening repertoire that most players can only dream of decoding, though his results suggest he’s still figuring out a few key moves himself.
Playing History & Ratings
- Blitz: Michael’s blitz rating has danced between a lively 411 and a respectable 1174 over the years. While his average hovers in the 700s, his dedication is clearer than his win-loss record—he’s played over 65,000 blitz games with nearly as many wins as losses, and some draws to dial down the chaos.
- Rapid: In rapid chess, Michael reached a high rating just above 1070, demonstrating solid fundamentals and quick thinking. His 12,490 wins out of over 26,000 games tell us he’s no flash in the pan, even when the clock is ticking faster than his coffee breaks.
- Daily: The slow burn of daily chess highlights a slightly better storyline: 204 wins out of 341 games with a peak rating of 1091, proving patience is a virtue — or that Michael’s revenge is always sweet.
- Bullet: Michael’s bullet adventures are short and sweet, with a max rating of 1096 but only 56 games played, probably because he prefers his fast games with a splash of strategy rather than pure panic.
Strengths & Style
His tactical awareness is surprisingly impressive: 100% win rate after losing a piece! If he loses a piece, you can be sure he’s already plotting your checkmate. His come-back rate stands tall at 63.53%, making him a formidable foe when the odds are stacked against him. However, an early resignation rate of over 7% suggests he’s got that "Why play it out when pizza's ready?" attitude sometimes.
Michael averages around 59 moves per win and 44 moves per loss, so he definitely enjoys a long think-session — mostly when winning, naturally. His endgame shows up in nearly 44% of games, indicating a willingness (or stubbornness) to slug it out until the last rook if needed.
Psychological Quirks
- Tilt Factor: 17 — not too high, not too low, but enough to sometimes wonder if his headphones are just for show.
- Rated vs. Casual Win Difference: -6.28 — he’s a fierce competitor in all games but somehow has more fun when just messing around.
When to Catch Michael at His Best
His best hours are strangely during the wee hours with a peak win rate of over 49% at 1 AM and notable strength in the early morning hours. For the night owls, Michael's the guy to watch!
Rivalries & Friends
Michael has faced "kathie1130" over 100 times with an impressive 94% win rate — a rivalry likely fueled by a shared love for secret opening strategies. On the flip side, opponents like "sonny015" seem to hold a mysterious upper hand, with Michael’s win rate against them sadly at zero.
The Legend So Far...
While he may not be rubbing shoulders with the grandmasters just yet, Michael Doak’s immense volume of play, resilient tactical awareness, and unique psychological trait mix make him one of the most entertaining profiles on any chess server. The blend of strategic endurance mixed with moments of “I’ll just resign and grab a snack” creates a story every chess fan can appreciate.
So, if you find yourself in a game against mdoak330, prepare for a dicey battle with ups, downs, and probably a pizza break at some point.
