Dylan Lomax (aka merdien5)
Meet Dylan Lomax, the chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares reads like an epic saga—with a twist of humor and a dash of unpredictability. Known online as merdien5, Dylan has been navigating the battlefield of Blitz, Bullet, and Rapid games with a flair that’s nothing short of entertaining.
Rating Rollercoaster & Stats
Dylan’s highest peaks in chess ratings are as surprising as a sneaky fork on move two: a Blitz rating high of 512 in April 2024, Bullet soaring to 503, and Rapid peaking at 411 just recently in May 2025. Despite some wild swings (and a rather lengthy losing streak of 25 games), Dylan’s comeback rate is a commendable 70.62%—a testament to resilience or maybe just stubbornness.
Playing Style and Quirks
Known for early resignations about 7.86% of the time (because sometimes you know when it’s hopeless) and an average of roughly 46 moves to seal a win, Dylan enjoys both the thrill of the midgame and the drama of endgames, with an endgame frequency of just over 41%. White pieces bring out a 41% win rate, while Black isn’t far behind at 37%.
When it comes to time of day, Dylan is a true afternoon warrior—most lethal at exactly 3 PM, where the win rate hits a perfect 100%. But beware of the early mornings and late nights—those hours bring some interesting...strategic errors.
Signature Openings
Dylan’s weapon of choice in Blitz is the Queen’s Pawn Opening, Chigorin Variation, boasting a hefty 63% win rate across 19 games. Not so effective, however, are the “Top Secret” openings that have only a 5.56% success rate, hinting that some experiments are best left in the lab.
For Bullet games, the Indian Game Knights Variation and Blackmar Gambit have been lucky charms with 67% win rates, while the Scandinavian Defense offers a respectable 43%. Dylan’s special sauce in Rapid play is the Caro-Kann Defense, undefeated in two attempts—a small but mighty highlight.
Recent Highlights
On May 31, 2025, Dylan delivered a swift checkmate against opponent rossxns, victoriously closing the game with a neat Rxe8#—showcasing tactical sharpness despite an average rating hovering modestly around 190-200 in recent battles.
However, not every day ends in glory. Just days later, a tough checkmate loss to hotcakesYspaguetti proved that even the best must bow to the unpredictable tides of chess.
A Community Favorite (and Occasional Nemesis)
Dylan has squared off against goochjuice1 a whopping 42 times with a win rate under 5%, suggesting a rivalry full of lessons, laughs, and possibly a few frustrated sighs. Against a variety of other challengers, Dylan’s win rates range from flawless 100% victories to humbling all-zeroes—making every match an adventure.
In a Nutshell
Dylan Lomax is the kind of player who reminds us that chess isn’t just about ratings and wins. It’s about the thrill of the game, the joy of an unexpected comeback, and the humility in defeat. Armed with a blend of creative openings, a solid comeback rate, and a healthy dose of humor, Dylan continues to make their mark on the chessboard—one move at a time.
