mrtns403

Player Profile: mrtns403

Meet mrtns403, a chess enthusiast who has been navigating the 64 squares with a mix of grit, determination, and a pinch of flair. Known for a tactical awareness that occasionally leads to audacious sacrifices, this player isn't afraid to dance with danger—sometimes with spectacular triumphs, sometimes... well, less so.

Rating Rollercoaster & Time Control Preferences

Specializing primarily in Bullet chess, mrtns403 has seen their Bullet rating fluctuate like a knight on a merry-go-round, reaching a peak of 688 in October 2024. Though the rapid nature of Bullet suits their speed and instincts, they also dabble in Rapid, Daily, and Blitz, with decent performances across the board.

• Peak Ratings:
  • Bullet: 688
  • Rapid: 848
  • Daily: 637
  • Blitz: 610
• Preferred Time Control: Bullet, where every second counts and hesitation is the enemy.

Playing Style & Personality

With a style that features an average of roughly 53 moves to a win and slightly longer games when losing (~57 moves), mrtns403 loves an extensive battle rather than a quick skirmish. About 54.5% of their games reach the endgame, proving they're not just all flash-in-the-pan openings.

Expect some drama: the player has an early resignation rate of 4.26%, which means they aren't shy about conceding when the tide turns against them. However, their comeback rate is an impressive 75.19%, signaling a relentless fighter who’s likely to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.

Markedly, the best time of day to challenge mrtns403 is dangerously early—around 4 AM, apparently when their brain is at its sharpest (or sleep is just a distant memory). Beware if you play at 19:00 though, as that’s when this player boasts a win rate close to 63%.

Favorite Openings

The Scandinavian Defense is a playground for mrtns403, particularly the Mieses Kotrc Variation. Their Bullet win rate here hovers around 59%, making it a signature weapon, though sometimes it invites a nearly equal number of losses. The Scotch Game is a favorite in Bullet as well, boasting a perfect 100% win rate—if only all openings were this kind to them!

Other specialties include the King’s Pawn Opening - King’s Knight Variation and the solid Van ’t Kruijs Opening. Although the classical Alekhine’s Defense hasn’t been as gracious, this player seems to revel in variety, possibly to keep opponents guessing.

Battle Record & Rivalries

With over 220 Bullet games played, mrtns403 sports a nearly balanced all-time Bullet record: 85 wins to 76 losses, plus a few draws. Rapid and Blitz formats show similarly gritty battles with win-loss ratios just shy of 50%.

toughest foes include romsteak0, with whom mrtns403 has played 86 games, winning just over half and losing a fair share as well—a true rivalry! On a friendlier note, mrtns403 has a sparkling 100% win record against players like cusack123 and 0_0sasa, so consider that a dire warning if you find yourself facing them.

Memorable Moments

When mrtns403 is on, the games can be quite the spectacle. Take this recent Bullet win against cusack123, sealed by a resignation after a daring knight sacrifice (Nxf7! followed by Nxh8) and aggressive queen hunts – checkmate threats everywhere! This win is a testament to mrtns403’s tactical daring and sharp eye for opportunities.

Quirks & Trivia

• Tilt factor: Slightly on the higher side (8), so proceed with caution and maybe avoid trash talk.
• Known to win more often when playing with White, winning around 50.5% of White games compared to 45% with Black.
• Prefers winning by checkmate but also has a knack for winning on timeout—85 times so far!
• Long streaks: longest winning streak is an impressive 7; longest losing streak reaches 8 games.

In short, mrtns403 is a player who combines a love for tactical fireworks with stubborn fighting spirit, perfect for opponents who enjoy thrilling chess battles sprinkled with a dash of unpredictability.

Ready to face the knight on a caffeine-fueled quick match? Just remember: when the stakes are high and the clock ticks down, mrtns403 might just roll the dice and shake up the board.

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