Joey Simanjuntak

Joey Simanjuntak - The Bullet Barrage

Known by the daring username NaniTzy, Joey Simanjuntak is a dynamic chess player who prefers the adrenaline rush of bullet chess but isn't a stranger to the careful calculations of rapid games either. With a peak bullet rating soaring to 374 in May 2025 and a lightning-fast style to match, Joey moves through the board like a chess ninja — sometimes swift and precise, sometimes leaving opponents wondering what just happened.

Playing Style & Personality

Joey’s games average about 43 moves to victory, proving patience is a virtue — when patience doesn’t get replaced by early resignation, which happens about 27% of the time. But don’t be fooled by the occasional early surrender; with a comeback rate of over 51%, Joey knows how to turn the tables when the going gets tough. When the opponent snags a piece, Joey still manages a nearly 35% win rate, showing remarkable tactical awareness and formidable fighting spirit.

Opening Repertoire - The Weaponry

Preferring aggressive and classic openings in bullet, Joey shines brightest with the Scandinavian Defense boasting a stellar 75% win rate, and the Scotch Game at a respectable 57%. The 1.e4 is a trusty hound with a 66% success rate, while some adventures into the Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack and Petrovs Defense show Joey’s willingness to tinker and spice things up.

Rapid Battles - Slow and Steady-ish

Joey’s rapid chess career peaked at a respectable 962 rating in mid-2021 — a fast learner indeed! Though recent years have seen some fluctuation and hard-fought struggles, the win/loss record hovers almost balanced at 26/27 with one draw. Favorite rapid openings include the King's Pawn Opening and the Van t Kruijs Opening, both with about a 50% win rate. Tactical aggression shines again with a 67% success versus the Pirc Defense.

Notable Victories & Opponents

Among many foes, Joey has famously triumphed over royaladarsh8, playe1500, and alialfaile with a perfect 100% record. However, some opponents remain stubborn, like bobo_1952 and hartms, who have bested Joey more than once — the elusive mysteries of chess, even for NaniTzy!

Psychological Quirks & Fun Facts

• Best time to challenge Joey: 1 PM sharp — because even bullet masters need their coffee and sunshine!
• Tilt factor: Moderately low at 5, so don’t expect a meltdown, just a quick scowl.
• White pieces advantage: With a 53% win rate on white and less on black, Joey likely enjoys being the first mover in tactical fireworks.
• Record-breaking moment: Joey once won a bullet encounter in 8 moves, proving speed sometimes beats deep thought (or maybe the opponent just blinked).

Recent Highlight Match - A Swift Scandinavian Victory

Joey’s knack for capitalizing on opponent mistakes and converting swift advantages was on full display in this recent rapid-fire slugfest using the Scandinavian Defense — a signature favorite.

Joey Simanjuntak: keeping chess opponents on their toes, one bullet game at a time!