onlythechessmaster

onlythechessmaster

Once upon a board, in the land of pawns and kings, emerged a player known far and wide (or at least on Chess.com) as onlythechessmaster. This enigmatic figure has journeyed from humble Rapid ratings below 900 in early 2023 to a fiery peak rating of 1849 in March 2025 — proof that persistence beats even the sneakiest Gambit.

With over 11,000 rapid wins under their belt (and nearly as many losses, because hey, even chessmasters have off days), onlythechessmaster dances between victory and defeat with a win rate of about 52% when wielding White pieces, while their foes have fewer smiles when facing their Black army with a 44% win rate.

Known for resilience, onlythechessmaster boasts a staggering 86% comeback rate — evidence that giving up early is not in their playbook. In fact, their early resignation rate is a humble 1.12%, meaning if they start, they plan to finish with flair (and maybe a sneaky fork or two).

Tactical awareness? Check. With a penchant for long battles (an average of ~67 moves per win and ~75 moves per loss), this player relishes endgames, appearing in over 74% of their matches. Time management? They shine brightest around 5 p.m., where their win percentage peaks, as if fueled by a magical chess hour espresso shot.

Opening repertoire reveals a love for the Queen’s Pawn Chigorin Variation and the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation, showcasing their versatile mindset. Their most recent victory? A stylish wrap-up in the Scandinavian Defense, winning by resignation after a dance of precision moves and tactical pressure.

When they’re not storming through long Rapid games, onlythechessmaster also occasionally tests their mettle in Blitz, though their rapid fire battles are where they truly glow.

With a longest winning streak of 17 games and an equally dramatic longest losing streak of 14 games, onlythechessmaster proves chess mastery isn’t about perfection, but about the passion for the game, the thrill of comeback, and the chessboard tales that make each match memorable.

So next time you face onlythechessmaster, beware: this player doesn’t just play chess—they make it an epic saga, one calculated move at a time.