Normanthedog

About Normanthedog

Meet Normanthedog, a chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride filled with ups, downs, and a few surprising twists. Since 2017, Normanthedog has been maneuvering pawns, knights, and queens with a fighting spirit and a cheeky grin, proudly wearing the badge of a determined player more than a grandmaster (for now!).

Boasting a peak daily rating of just over 1050 in 2020, Normanthedog shows resilience and steady improvement over the years, though not without the occasional struggle (sometimes dipping as low as 348). But what makes Normanthedog truly special is an impressive longest winning streak of 18 games – proving that once in the zone, this player is a force to be reckoned with.

With a daily win-loss record almost balanced at 462 wins to 471 losses, and a battle-tested approach reflected in a 40.98% comeback rate, Normanthedog embodies persistence. Their tactical prowess shines especially in clutch moments, maintaining a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. Now that’s turning setbacks into comebacks with style!

Normanthedog’s style? Expect games filled with patient strategy and endurance—average of 36 moves per win and savoring the endgame almost 42% of the time. Don’t underestimate the quiet moments; it's in those endgames Normanthedog’s chess ninja skills surface. But be warned, early resignations happen close to 10% of the time—sometimes it's better to live to fight another day!

When it comes to color preference, Normanthedog seems to enjoy playing with the white pieces a tad more, scoring a solid 51.58% win rate as White, compared to a respectable 41.54% with Black. Maybe the pawns just look cooler from the white side.

Normanthedog’s opponents cover a wide range, from fiercely competitive buddies like franshannink and floppyfrank to a slew of challengers who’ve either encountered defeat or triumph, sometimes in dramatic fashion. The username itself suggests a playful spirit – perhaps Normanthedog approaches chess as eagerly as a dog chasing a tennis ball, always ready for the next adventure.

And where do they shine the most? According to their win rates by time, evenings around 8 PM have been quite lucky, boasting a near 57% win rate. And if you catch them after 1 AM, well, beware—they crush opponents with a whopping 75% win rate. Night owl or chess wolf?

In all, Normanthedog is a determined underdog with a tactical mind and a penchant for thrilling comebacks. Whether you want to challenge them on the daily boards or rapid arenas, expect a game full of grit, laughs, and maybe a few surprises along the way.