Meet Noah, aka NoeyJT: The Chessboard's Underdog Hero
Noah is a chess enthusiast whose tactical adventures on the board balance on the thrilling edge of chaos and charm. With a journey that’s more rollercoaster than straight highway, Noah’s chess journey tells a story of resilience, quirky brilliance, and a dash of unpredictable flair.
Rating Rollercoaster and Stats Snapshot
Starting from a Rapid rating of 819 in mid-2017, Noah quickly climbed to a personal best of 1009. Blitz? He hit a peak rating of 1208, showing moments of speed-chess magic. Bullet? A respectable 963 peak rating, proving lightning-fast reflexes... alright, occasionally lightning-fast.
Though the win-loss numbers might suggest Noah is often the bridesmaid and not the bride—1 win against 6 losses in Rapid, 3 wins against 21 losses in Blitz, and a tough run in Bullet—our hero's perseverance shines. Longest losing streak? A whopping 12 games! Yet, the longest winning streak holds at a solid 1, reminding us every win is hard-earned and worth celebrating.
Playing Style & Psychological Quirks
Noah’s style can be described as “surprise and sometimes surrender.” With an early resignation rate near 38%, Noah knows when to cut losses and regroup. Average moves per win are about 31, showing a knack for dragging out the fight, while losses tend to wrap up quicker (~26 moves), perhaps signaling a cheeky “let’s try that again” attitude.
Not all heroes wear crowns; Noah sports a tilt factor of 12. Meaning? Sometimes, the chess gods strike back with emotional gambits, but hey, nobody’s perfect. Noah’s best time to play is around 5 PM—prime time for some crafty Queen moves or surprising sacrifices.
Famous Battles & Signature Moves
Armed with a mysterious opening simply called “Top Secret,” Noah fights valiantly but with only about a 12% win rate. Opponents like chessprinciples have been frequent foes (22 games, 3 wins against Noah), offering plenty of thrilling clashes. But Noah has conquered favorites like GabrielDias102 and luisito1943 with a 100% success rate—rookie’s luck or destiny? You decide.
Legendary Victory Highlight
One of Noah’s shining moments was an epic checkmate against ChessPrinciples in a Rapid game, showcasing his ability to strike swiftly and unpredictably. The final flourish? A neat queen sneak in just 2 moves after an ambitious pawn push by the opponent. Proof that sometimes, speed and surprise beat meticulous planning.
In Summary
Noah might not have the record of a grandmaster just yet, but this player’s chess story is a delightful mix of guts, giggles, and genuine grit. Whether losing streaks loom large or quick mates surprise the crowd, Noah proves that every pawn pushed, every piece moved, deepens a unique love affair with the game.
Watch this space—Noah’s next move might just be the game-changer!
Hi Noah! Here’s some constructive feedback on your recent play.
What you’re already doing well
- Sharp tactical eye. You’re not afraid to look for direct threats, e.g. the miniature
shows you can spot mates in a flash. - Willingness to play actively. In many games you seize space with pawn thrusts (…g5, …h5, a-pawn storms) and keep the initiative rather than drifting into passivity.
- Comfort in messy positions. When the board explodes, you generally keep fighting instead of panicking—this fighting spirit is an asset.
Key themes to address
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Early-queen habits.
Against newer players your quick queen raids work, but stronger opponents punish them (see the three losses vs. ChessPrinciples where the queen left the back rank too early). Aim to follow basic development rules: mobilise two minor pieces and castle before launching the queen. -
King safety.
In several defeats your king was stuck in the centre or walked to e2/e3. Make castling a priority move 7-10 unless a concrete tactic justifies otherwise. -
Over-extension.
Moves like 9…Bxb4 and 12…Nxb4 in the loss on 23 Aug grabbed pawns but left pieces hanging and the king exposed. Before taking material, run a quick checklist:- “What is my opponent’s most forcing reply?”
- “Will my piece have a safe retreat square?”
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Opening repertoire.
Build one sound opening as White and one as Black so you aren’t improvising every game. A simple starting kit:- White: Italian Game (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4) leads to familiar structures.
- Black vs. 1.e4: Classical French (1…e6 2…d5) keeps the position solid.
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Time management.
Some of your 3-min games finish in under 60 seconds total. Try sprinkling in 5 + 5 or 10-minute games so you can calculate instead of relying on intuition alone.
Training suggestions (next 4 weeks)
| Week | Focus | Daily Dose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic openings (Italian & French) |
Watch one short video / read one article, then play 3 slow games applying the lines. |
| 2 | Tactics workout | 30-40 puzzles/day, write down the ones you miss to review patterns. |
| 3 | King safety drills | Set up positions where castling is possible; practise finding the safest move. |
| 4 | Game review | Self-annotate five of your own games without an engine, then compare with engine. |
Useful quick references
- Opening principles: control the center, rapid development, safety first.
- Tactic checklist: fork – pin – skewers – discovered attack – back-rank – clearance.
- Endgame basics: king opposition, basic rook and pawn technique.
Motivation corner
Your aggressive style is a great foundation—direct it through sound structure and you’ll climb rapidly. Aim for incremental goals: +100 rating in the next two months, consistent 65 % win rate in slow games, and a peak of 1208 (2017-06-02) to celebrate.
Progress tracker
Feel free to send me two of your next games for deeper analysis. Good luck, Noah—keep sharpening those tactics while building a solid backbone, and the results will follow!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Gabriel Custodio | 1W / 19L / 2D | |
| natedawg2004 | 0W / 3L / 0D | |
| biggestblunder | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| hallo987654321 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| momo1983momo | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 936 | 1040 | 930 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2W / 12L / 2D | 2W / 17L / 0D | 29.8 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 9 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 14.3% |
| Bird Opening | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Four Knights Game | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Czech Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Elephant Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Knights Opening | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Elephant Gambit | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Four Knights Game | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 1 | 0 |
| Losing | 12 | 1 |