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Paul

Username: PaulMorphyson

Playing Since: 2018-08-11 (Closed for Fair Play Violations)

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Daily: 1816
7W / 0L / 0D
Rapid: 1515
1W / 0L / 0D
Blitz: 2296
140W / 39L / 9D
Bullet: 1602
15W / 11L / 0D

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%
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%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 19 2
Losing 6 0
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