Jon Viktor Gunnarsson (morfius)
International Master Extraordinaire
Jon Viktor Gunnarsson, known to the chess world as morfius, is an International Master, a title that signifies he’s no stranger to outwitting opponents on 64 squares. Blessed with a razor-sharp tactical eye and a penchant for comebacks, morfius dances through the chaos of blitz battles like a grandmaster in disguise.
Chess Style & Skills
With an impressive average game length pushing almost 80 moves, Jon is clearly a strategist who loves the long haul—slowly squeezing victory from the jaws of the endgame. His early resignation rate is delightfully low (a humble 1.84%), proving he’s stubborn to a fault, fighting on even when the skies look grim. Tactical awareness? Outstanding. An 88% comeback rate and nearly half of his wins come after losing a piece. Talk about resilience!
Whether wielding the white or black pieces, morfius maintains a steady winning rate of about 51% and 50%, respectively. Moves per win and loss are quite similar, showing consistency — no frantic blitzing here, just cool-headed calculation peppered with bursts of tactical brilliance.
Performance Highlights
- Peak Blitz Rating: A blistering 2776 in March 2025 — enough to terrify most casual players and even some titled veterans.
- Peak Rapid Rating: 2758, with a dash of unpredictability adding spice to his rapid games.
- Peak Bullet Rating: 2348, proving lightning-fast instincts in the shortest time controls.
- Longest Winning Streak: 26 consecutive wins — like a chess machine greased with pure determination.
Competition & Rivalries
Though Jon’s opponent list reads like a who’s who of online chess handles, a few names stand out — frequent battles with burbur555 and ernestoguevaralynch (both 17 encounters) have sharpened his competitive edge. His win rates against some opponents reach a perfect 100%, indicating a cold-blooded streak when it comes to maintaining superiority.
Recent Adventures
In April 2025, morfius showcased his mastery of the Nimzowitsch-Larsen Attack (English Variation) with a memorable win over Oberon008, executing a strategic endgame marathon culminating in a victorious passed pawn push. On less victorious days, such as a tough loss in the English Opening against panesetcircenes by checkmate, morfius respects the beauty of chess’ unpredictability — and then gets back to the drawing board with a grin.
Fun Facts
- Jon's best hour to play? 11:00 AM sharp. Not a morning person? Chess demands otherwise!
- His tilt factor is impressively low (10), meaning he keeps his cool when the stakes are high — no keyboard smashing here.
- Winning by resignation is his go-to, showing opponents he's often so convincing they throw in the towel early.
In the grand chessboard of life, Jon Viktor Gunnarsson is a cunning tactician, a stalwart competitor, and a player who combines stubborn endurance with flashes of brilliance. Whether blitzing at breakneck speed or crafting patient plans in rapid time controls, morfius is truly a master of his craft — and likely a nightmare to face over the board.