a.j C

Meet A.J C., aka Me_chess99 – The Modern Defense Maestro

Once upon a time in the mysterious realm of online blitz chess, there emerged a player who dances with the Modern Defense like it’s a tango—sometimes a graceful one, sometimes a mild stomp on their opponent’s pawns. A.J C., better known online as Me_chess99, has been thrilling opponents and fans alike with his sharp tactical mind, methodical game planning, and enviably resilient spirit.

Bursting onto the scene in late 2021 with a humble rating starting at 223 (yeah, we all start somewhere), A.J has skyrocketed through the ranks, blitzing one game after another with over 5,677 wins in blitz alone. No slouch in rapid, either — a peak rapid rating of 1436 shows that Me_chess99 is anything but one-dimensional.

Opening Repertoire: The Modern Defense Fanatic

When it comes to openings, the guy's signature move is the Modern Defense, especially with the ever-elusive ...Bg7 and ...d6 setup. He’s played this defense in over 2,400 blitz games, wincing out close to a 48% win rate — not bad considering the battlefield he faces online every day! Sometimes, he even spices things up with the Bird’s Opening and its many flavor-packed variations. Prepare yourself if you face him — you’ll likely be dragged into his intricate world of c5s, Nf3s, and occasional gambit thrills.

Playing Style and Quirks

Known for his endurance (average moves per win: ~65, per loss: ~70), A.J’s games are marathons, not sprints. This knight of the clock dares to wrestle into the late stages of battle, with a remarkable 71.91% comeback rate — don’t count him out just because he’s down a piece! But beware his tilt factor: it’s modest but real at 11%, showing even masters get a little grumpy when they blunder.

Notable Stats and Highlights

• Peak Blitz Rating: 1654 (May 2025)
• Longest Winning Streak: 11 games in a row — chess envy, anyone?
• Psychological Edge: Plays some of the best chess at 22:00, proving night owls really do have better brain cells!
• Always ready to shake hands (virtually) — with over 5,677 wins, he’s politely dismissed thousands of other players

Recent Action on the Board

His latest victory featured a neat Modern Defense collapse — opponents resigned after seeing the doom in their position. On May 28, 2025, against AlanAbitof, Me_chess99's patient pressure forced a resignation with smooth precision. Proving again that sometimes patience wins the game (and sometimes envious opponents just throw in the towel).

But not every battle ends in victory — against mirclondir31 the same day, time got the better of him. In chess, sometimes the clock is the real opponent, no matter how knights and queens dance around the board!

Fun Fact

When not busy fending off challenger after challenger, A.J merits extra respect for his variety: while primarily a Modern Defense specialist, he’s no stranger to the Bird’s Opening gambits and even toes the line with the Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack. Versatility is key when there’s no real escape from the next challenge!

Looking Ahead

With a recent peak rating touching 1636 in Blitz and continuous activity into 2025, A.J C. is a player destined to break more hearts and chessboards alike. Whether you’re a fan or foe, keep an eye on Me_chess99 — a truly modern player in a classic game.