Tyler: The Unstoppable... Mostly
Tyler, also known in the arena as Patooka (because sometimes usernames have mysterious origins), is a formidable chess player with a flair for the dramatic. Despite a Rapid rating rollercoaster from 741 in 2023 to a slightly less awe-inspiring 627 in 2025, Tyler has played an astonishing 971 Rapid games in 2023 alone—talk about dedication! His win rate hovers around a respectable 45.8% in Rapid games, proving he's no stranger to both victory and the occasional humbling defeat.
When it comes to Bullet and Blitz, Tyler's style seems a little less consistent (like a cat deciding whether it wants to sit on your keyboard or walk away). His Blitz rating dropped sharply, and with a Blitz win record of zero wins out of three games, one wonders if lightning-fast moves might be his Achilles’ heel. But his dogged determination shines through his longest winning streak of 13 games—long enough to make any opponent sweat.
Playing Style & Personality
With an early resignation rate of just 3.33%, Tyler's no quitter. That takes guts (or stubbornness). His average winning games span nearly 50 moves—he's happy to slog through long, dramatic endgames rather than blitz past them. In fact, Tyler's endgame frequency is almost 49%, showcasing a patient and strategic mindset that prefers battles of attrition.
Tyler's resilience is legendary: a comeback rate above 61% and an impeccable 100% win rate after losing a piece means this player refuses to bow out quietly. Even after down material, he fights back like a chessboard superhero—though psychological tilt does creep in around 18%, so he’s human after all.
Favorite Opponents & Quirks
Tyler seems to excel against a wide array of foes, boasting a 100% win rate against many challengers with memorable usernames like mattwinterton, math12schang, and victorghandi. However, clashes with usual rival rynobix are more balanced, with a win rate just over 54%—a classic nail-biter rivalry.
When Does Tyler Play?
Tyler's best winning chances come at the oddest hours—with a peak 66.67% win rate during hour 13 (that's 1 PM for us mortals) and an impressive 57.5% early morning surge at 1 AM and 57.14% at 4 AM. Clearly, Tyler either thrives under the moonlight or makes some interesting life choices about sleep schedules.
In Summary
If you're looking for a player who is part bulldog, part strategist, with a knack for bouncing back when the chips are down, Tyler is your guy. He may not always sweep the board, but he's here for the long haul, engaging in epic battles that test stamina and grit—sometimes winning, often learning, but never leaving without a story.
