PaulMorphyson: The Blitz Maestro and Chess Tactician
Paul, known in the chess world as PaulMorphyson, is a force to be reckoned with on the 64 squares. Sporting a peak blitz rating of 2296 as of September 2018, Paul has blitzed his way through opponents with a combination of tactical sharpness and a hint of cheeky flair. His blitz record boasts an impressive 140 wins against just 39 losses, alongside 9 draws—proof that games against him are rarely dull or drawn out.
But Paul isn’t a one-trick pony limited to just lightning-fast moves. His daily ratings peak at a respectable 1816 with a flawless winning streak of 7 wins and zero losses, showcasing his versatility in slower time controls. He tackles rapid and bullet formats with equal gusto, reaching highs of 1515 and 1670 respectively.
A Gladiator of Openings
His opening repertoire is as diverse as his victories. Paul has mastered the King’s Pawn Opening and the King’s Indian Defense, boasting 100% win rates in these lines—clearly, not a fan of losing his footing early. He fearlessly plays the Alapin Sicilian Defense and even dances the Queens Gambit Declined Ragozin Defense, balancing aggression and solid defense with a smile.
Mind Over Matter (and Clock)
Paul’s greatest weapon might just be his resilience. With a comeback rate near 89% and a win rate over 76% even after losing a piece, he’s the player who refuses to go quietly into that checkmate. And his psychological endurance is impressive—his tilt factor is a calm 6, meaning rage-quitting is not in his vocabulary.
Not Just Fast, But Smart
Average games see Paul strategizing for roughly 60 moves before sealing victory or tasting bitter defeat, a testament to his balanced style: tactical brilliance paired with patient endgame skill. White pieces are his lucky charm, bringing him a cool 78% win rate, but even with Black, he doesn't shy away from cracking the code with nearly 69% success.
When to Catch Paul at His Best
If you want to challenge him (or better yet, avoid a crushing loss), better aim for early mornings or weird hours—Paul shines brightest around 3 PM and even pulls off perfect win rates at 3 AM and 5 AM. Thursdays and Tuesdays are also lucky days, where he wins nearly 70–90% of games.
Recent Adventures on the Board
Paul’s latest triumph was a classy checkmate in the famous Ruy Lopez Morphy Defense Columbus Variation, showing off his sharper-than-a-tack mind against some of the toughest opponents you can find online. Even his losses are educational, usually ending against top-tier challengers or due to time pressure—a reminder that every grandmaster has their learning moments.
In short: PaulMorphyson is a chess player who blends speed, cunning, and endurance into a mix potent enough to confound casuals and challenge experts alike. Whether in blitz arena wars or serene daily battles, Paul is a name worthy of respect — and perhaps a bit of envy.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Adalbert G | 9W / 3L / 2D | View Games |
| sebastian330 | 4W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| gunamik | 3W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| panosavg | 2W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| xaquiando | 2W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1452 | 2296 | 1515 | 1816 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 87W / 18L / 6D | 79W / 33L / 3D | 61.7 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Game | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Queens Gambit Declined Ragozin Defense | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening St George Defense | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kings Indian Defense Normal Variation | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Slav Defense Modern Exchange Variation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Alapin Sicilian Defense | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Ruy Lopez Opening Berlin Defense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Old Benoni Defense | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kings Indian Defense Samisch Normal Defense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Classical Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Open Pelikan and Sveshnikov Variations | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Italian Game Two Knights Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queens Gambit Declined Ragozin Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Ponziani Opening Jaenisch Counterattack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Smith Morra Gambit | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Pawn Opening Pseudo Catalan Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kings Indian Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Chekhover Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Indian Attack Yugoslav Variation | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Birds Opening | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Staunton Cochrane Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| English Opening Two Knights Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Grunfeld Defense Burille Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kings Gambit Accepted Fischer Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Four Knights Game Spanish Variation Ranken Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kings Gambit Accepted Schallopp Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 19 | 2 |
| Losing | 6 | 0 |