Overview
Noah Fecker (NFChess13) is a FIDE Master and an online chess force known for speedy intuition and a taste for sharp, unusual lines. Although the profile indicates a preference for Rapid time control, Noah has piled up the bulk of his games in fast formats and is especially dangerous on the clock. Across formats he has recorded over 3,700 wins and more than 2,700 losses in recorded play, making him a seasoned and prolific competitor.
Career highlights
- Title: FIDE Master, celebrated for creative and practical play in online arenas.
- Formats: prefers Rapid play but has deep activity and success in Blitz and Bullet.
- Top form moments: peak performance markers include 2794 (2025-10-17) and strong achievements in Blitz over recent seasons.
- Notable opponent: frequent matches versus you_very_good_player and many rematches against top online rivals.
Playing style and openings
Noah mixes pragmatic defense with aggressive sideline choices. He often steers games into dynamic, asymmetric positions and is comfortable in long endgames. His opening habits show both offbeat gambits and solid defenses, which keeps opponents guessing.
- Favorites when playing Black: Caro-Kann Defense and Scandinavian Defense.
- Ambitious White tries: Nimzo-Larsen Attack and the Amar Gambit.
- Top performances: high win rates with the Scandinavian and several modern, unorthodox systems in Bullet and Blitz.
Records and streaks
- Longest winning streak: 22 consecutive wins.
- Current winning streak: 3 games.
- Comeback ability: strong comeback rate, often turning difficult positions into wins.
- Time of day edge: statistically best at late night hours, with notable spikes around 23:00.
Style by the numbers
A few quick analytics that describe Noah at the board.
- Endgame frequency is high, suggesting many long, technical finishes.
- Average decisive game length is unusually long, with many games going into late middlegame and endgame phases.
- Low early resignation rate, showing persistence even in difficult positions.
Sample game and viewer
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Viewer tools and trends
Explore Noah's trajectory with this quick chart and some links to popular opening terms used in his games.
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- Openings to explore: Caro-Kann Defense, Scandinavian Defense, Nimzo-Larsen Attack
Personality and fun facts
Noah brings a playful but ruthless energy to online chess. Expect inventive sacrifices, occasional offbeat opening choices, and a relentless willingness to press in endgames. Opponents report memorable marathon games and a knack for dramatic comebacks.
- Nickname online: NFChess13.
- Best known for: fast intuition, creative opening prep, and grinding out wins in long endgames.
- For fans: follow openings listed above and check the sample game for a taste of Noah's approach.