Profile of merten88: The Biological Blitz Maestro
Meet merten88, the chess player whose game evolves faster than a collegiate amphibian in spring! With a peak Blitz rating soaring over 1100 and a resilient Bullet rating near 800, merten88's chessboard is their ecosystem—a complex habitat where each move is a survival strategy.
Growth and Adaptation
Since 2022, merten88 has gone through some impressive metamorphoses. Starting with a modest 612 Blitz rating, they blossomed through countless games and challenges, reaching a max of 1116 in 2024. Their average move count in wins (~71) shows a patient hunter stalking the perfect position before the pounce.
Playing Style
Endgames? merten88 loves them—engaging 71% of games in the late stages, like a wise old tortoise savoring the feast after a long day’s hunt. Their tactically aware brain boasts an 82% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece, proving that even when the predator stumbles, it quickly recovers and strikes back.
Opening Preferences: The Nimzowitsch Nexus
Their favorite genetic sequence in openings? The Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack in its many evolutionary variants, making up thousands of games with win rates hovering around the 45-51% range. Whether it’s the classic, modern, or Indian variation, merten88 thrives in these complex ecological niches. And yes, the Owens Defense and Modern Defense also make recurring appearances in this player’s gene pool.
Social Behavior and Opponents
In the wild world of opponents, merten88 shows some interesting symbiotic relationships: they have a 100% win rate against certain rivals, while some seem like unwelcome parasites with repeated losses—proving that even the most adaptable species encounter nemeses.
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 10 games, a true evolutionary triumph!
- Resigns early only 1.67% of the time—merten88 prefers to play tough to the last move, like a knight defending its den.
- Game sessions tend to peak in activity and success around 8-10 PM, perhaps when their nocturnal instincts kick in.
- Win rates have slight diurnal fluctuations, but an impressive 55.75% at midnight—call it a “lunar advantage.”
In summary, merten88 is a chess player whose strategic DNA codes for persistence, adaptability, and a penchant for the intricate dance of the Nimzowitsch openings. Whether blitzing through moves or nurturing long endgames, this player is a distinct species thriving on the competitive chessboard savannah. Keep your eyes peeled—this evolutionary marvel is far from done adapting!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| hazimsusu | 16W / 9L / 3D | View Games |
| kasket1912 | 10W / 16L / 2D | View Games |
| safiullah101 | 6W / 12L / 1D | View Games |
| imtontonjp | 6W / 9L / 3D | View Games |
| mukta12 | 9W / 7L / 1D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 917 | |||
| 2024 | 987 | |||
| 2023 | 791 | 970 | ||
| 2022 | 749 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 231W / 220L / 24D | 215W / 237L / 25D | 67.6 |
| 2024 | 627W / 577L / 79D | 577W / 640L / 65D | 70.0 |
| 2023 | 1221W / 1170L / 140D | 1162W / 1214L / 192D | 70.4 |
| 2022 | 41W / 45L / 8D | 51W / 47L / 4D | 60.9 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Modern Variation | 1705 | 828 | 784 | 93 | 48.6% |
| Owens Defense | 1083 | 494 | 505 | 84 | 45.6% |
| Modern Defense with | 1047 | 459 | 535 | 53 | 43.8% |
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Classical Variation | 1016 | 475 | 475 | 66 | 46.8% |
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack | 848 | 435 | 362 | 51 | 51.3% |
| Reti Opening Queenside Fianchetto Variation | 561 | 243 | 280 | 38 | 43.3% |
| Reti Opening Kingside Fianchetto Variation | 329 | 143 | 169 | 17 | 43.5% |
| English Defense | 249 | 119 | 110 | 20 | 47.8% |
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Indian Variation | 233 | 98 | 121 | 14 | 42.1% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 222 | 116 | 93 | 13 | 52.2% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owens Defense | 24 | 18 | 6 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Modern Variation | 14 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Reti Opening Queenside Fianchetto Variation | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 36.4% |
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Symmetrical Variation | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 62.5% |
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Classical Variation | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 37.5% |
| Kings Fianchetto Opening | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Modern Defense with | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Indian Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| English Opening | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 10 | 0 |
| Losing | 13 | 1 |