Meet Simon – the Chess Contender with a Wink and a Wink!
Simon, also known by the sleek handle Nomissimon77, is a rapid chess enthusiast who’s been on a rollercoaster spike of growth and tactical shenanigans. Starting around a modest rapid rating of 300 in late 2021, he has impressively pushed his peak up to a formidable 779 by mid-2025. Not too shabby for a player who embraces both science and art at the 64-square battlefield!
Chess Style & Strengths
Simon’s games reveal a love for long, brainy battles - with an average winning game stretching to around 54 moves. He has a cheeky 72.88% comeback rate, proving he’s not easily rattled and can reverse fortunes after losing a piece. White pieces favor him slightly more (winning over 51% of the time), but his Black wins aren’t far behind (~47%). Beware if you meet him playing the Philidor Defense or Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation – these are his personal playgrounds where he boasts a stunning 60.87% and 72% win rates respectively!
Streaks and Psychology
Simon’s longest winning streak is a cool 9 games – quite the hot streak on the digital chessboard. But he’s human too, with a tilt factor of 7 and a knack for early resignation at around 4.57%. His best chess brains seem to fire at dawn – his prime time to conquer is oddly around 4:00 AM. Maybe coffee is his secret weapon?
Opening Moves & Preferences
From the mysterious and secretive openings (pun intended) to classical staples like the King’s Pawn and Italian Games, Simon’s repertoire is diverse. With 232 games tagged “Top Secret” — possibly an inside joke or a covert strategy — he keeps opponents guessing. His performance against self-chosen openings is almost a balanced fight, with a win rate hovering just under 50%, but he shines brightest when mixing the Scandinavian Defense into the mix.
Fun Facts from the Battlefield
- Tactical Awareness: Never underestimates a comeback. 44% win rate even after losing a piece.
- Resignations and Checkmates: Simon prefers finishing with flair - winning 260 games by checkmate vs. 377 by resignation.
- Most played and recent opponents? Kilodrei and realmse have faced Simon multiple times – he keeps good company (and competition)!
Recent Glories & Defeats
Just recently, Simon clinched a satisfying victory against zerorare in a sharp Italian Game (Giuoco Piano). The game ended decisively in just 14 moves, showcasing his penchant for swift, surgical strikes when the moment is right. However, the chess gods are unpredictable: a tough loss came at the hands of Dennischan222 via resignation after a fierce battle in the Benko Gambit.
The Verdict
Simon is a gritty, persevering chess lover whose stats tell a story of ups and downs, comebacks, and strategic flair. Whether it’s rapid fire or daily battles, Simon’s chess journey is as exciting as a queen’s gambit twist. Chess opponents beware: behind this seemingly casual alias lies a spirited warrior with a killer instinct and a playful heart!
