neufjan

Profile of Chess Player: neufjan

Meet neufjan, a Rapid specialist whose chess journey in 2025 has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride! Peaking at a solid 791 in March, neufjan showed flashes of brilliance against the clock, often diving into battles where strategy meets speed.

With a love for the Queens Pawn Opening, especially the Accelerated London System, neufjan has amassed over 130 games here, winning 52.5% of them. But there’s no shortage of adventurous spirit: from the fiery Pirc Defense boasting almost 60% wins, to gambits and defenses that keep opponents guessing, neufjan's opening repertoire is as colorful as a psychedelic album cover.

Don't be fooled by some ups and downs; neufjan's longest winning streak soared to 10 games, while losses sometimes stacked up to 9 in a row. Hey, every hero has their trials! The battles tend to be thrilling and often decisive, with checkmate victories leading the way — 365 wins concluded with the sweet sting of a checkmate, proving neufjan loves to finish games in style.

Curiously, neufjan shines brightest during early morning hours (hello 5 AM warriors!) and favors matches on Mondays where their win rate hits nearly 57%. Perhaps it's a secret caffeine ritual or just sheer determination (or maybe they just love starting the week with a checkmate?).

When it comes to psychological toughness, neufjan’s comeback rate stands at an impressive 76.41%, showing that even when the chips are down (or the queen is gone), this player keeps fighting with tactical awareness and grit. Resigning early is rare, with a modest 7.69% early resignation rate— because who quits before the final move? Not neufjan!

Opponents beware: neufjan's preferred battlefield is the rapid arena where strategic gambits, tactical battles, and time scrambles combine. From tricky positions born out of the Scandinavian Defense to the demanding Kings Pawn games, this player adapts and sometimes surprises.

Recent Masterpiece:

In a recent game on June 8, 2025, neufjan delivered a stunning checkmate against xande42 using the Queens Pawn Opening: Zukertort Chigorin Variation. It was a 23-move symphony of strategic finesse and tactical precision, culminating in a beautiful Qxc7#. Now that’s how you sign off a match!

1. d4 d5 2. Bf4 Nc6 3. Nf3 f6 4. e3 e5 5. dxe5 fxe5 6. Bg3 e4 7. Ne5 Nxe5 8. Bxe5 Bd6 9. Bxg7 h5 10. Bxh8 Bg4 11. f3 exf3 12. gxf3 Bf5 13. f4 Qh4+ 14. Kd2 Bb4+ 15. Kc1 O-O-O 16. a3 Qf2 17. Bf6 Bxc2 18. Qd4 Re8 19. Qxb4 Rxe3 20. Qf8+ Kd7 21. Qf7+ Kd6 22. Be5+ Kc5 23. Qxc7#
  

While not immune to the sting of defeat — recent losses include tough battles against lealg14 and nas1padang — neufjan's resilience and readiness to bounce back make them a formidable presence on the virtual chessboard.

Always ready to take on new challengers, neufjan’s record shows a mix of thrilling wins and learning experiences. Maybe a future grandmaster or just the lovable rapid dynamo we all root for; one thing's for sure: when neufjan is in play, expect a fight worth watching.