NeroSquare — Player Biography

NeroSquare is a fast-thinking chess grinder and self-styled blitz specialist who treats the 3+0 clock like a high-speed coffee machine: lots of choices, occasional spills, and surprising recoveries. Active across all time controls since 2023, NeroSquare's game library is dominated by quick, tactical fights and opening experiments — especially the Scotch Game and the Caro-Kann Exchange.

Preferred time control: Blitz. Peak blitz rating: .

Career Highlights

Blitz workhorse — over 10,300 recorded blitz games (wins, losses and draws combined), a true marathoner of chaos on a short clock.
Strong Rapid presence with consistent results and a taste for longer tactical melees.
Favours e4 openings heavily (most games begin 1.e4), often steering into Scotch and classical lines.
Notable peak performances across time: consistent peaks in 2023–2026 with frequent ups and downs—classic NeroSquare volatility.

Playing Style & Tactical Profile

If chess had a moment-to-moment personality, NeroSquare would be "recklessly resourceful." Expect early skirmishes, middlegame fireworks, and a refusal to give up even when a piece is lost — the comeback rate is impressive and a signature part of the playbook.

Endgame frequency: 61% — many games run deep, often into complex endings.
Average moves: wins ~69 moves, losses ~60 moves — NeroSquare is comfortable in long fights.
Comeback rate after setbacks: ~85% — a resilient competitor who thrives on turning the tide.
Avg first capture: around move 6 — games usually open up quickly.

Opening Preferences (What NeroSquare Likes to Play)

Signature choices — a mix of classical development and cheeky sideline gambits:

As White: Scotch Game — the single most-played opening with a healthy winning percentage as White. (Preferred path for sharp, open positions.)
As White: Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation — used frequently with good results; a reliable choice against solid defenses.
As Black: Blackburne Shilling Gambit — often used to create immediate imbalance and practical chances on the clock, despite its dubious reputation.
Other favorites: Scandinavian Defense, Philidor and Four Knights setups — comfortable in both mainstream and offbeat systems.

Rivalries & Notable Opponents

NeroSquare has developed a few recurring rivalries — one stands out in particular.

Most-played opponent: boldan6 — an overwhelming head-to-head record (30 wins, 10 losses, 1 draw). Their encounters are frequent and often decisive.
Other recurring names: richardg70, xmrcfx, schoc95 — a mix of local nemeses and friendly sparring partners.
Sample memorable encounter: Thrilling Finish

Streaks, Quirks & Trivia

Longest winning streak: 15 games. Longest losing streak: 11 games. Current losing streak: 1 game — swings come fast.
Tilt factor: 11 — plays emotionally at times; coffee and short breaks recommended between sessions.
Best time of day to play: 04:00 (oddly productive — nocturnal tactics).
Psychological edge: excellent at bouncing back after material losses (win rate after losing a piece ~45%).

Interactive

Explore a compact blitz rating timeline and a sample opening sequence below.

Blitz rating trend:
Sample Scotch/Central tactical line (playable in the viewer):

How to Prepare Against NeroSquare

Short practical advice for opponents:

Expect early tactical fireworks; prioritize concrete calculation over long strategizing in blitz.
Avoid falling for quick-looking traps — NeroSquare enjoys chaotic, tactical positions where instincts win time on the clock.
Practice Scotch and Caro-Kann sidelines: these are frequent battlegrounds.