Meet Pujaverdum: The Rapid Riddler of the Chessboard
In the frenetic world of rapid chess, where the clock ticks roughly 10 minutes per player, Pujaverdum weaves magic and mayhem on the 64 squares. Their journey in 2025 has been a rollercoaster ride worthy of a grandmaster-themed soap opera: starting at a rating low of 216, scaling up to a peak of 683 in March, and then cruising like a chess mercenary through the battlefield with an average rating steadily hovering around 480-580.
Playing Style & Personality
Imagine a player who treats early resignations like rare comic relief (just 3.8% rate), prefers to get their hands dirty in the thick of 60%+ endgames, and lovingly carries their pieces through about 66 moves per win – that’s Pujaverdum for you. Their approach isn’t just about quick-fire tactics, but about patience, endurance, and a sprinkle of stubborn charm.
If frustration were a battlefield, Pujaverdum would be the undefeated comeback king – boasting a 73% comeback rate and an ability to win nearly half the games even after losing a piece! Don’t let their 6% tilt factor fool you; they battle back with never-say-die spirit and a grin.
Favorite Openings: The Quirky Arsenal
Pujaverdum fancies the charm of the Queens Pawn Opening, playing it 71 times with almost an even split between wins and losses. But beware if you face them wielding the Scandinavian Defense Closed – their most successful trap with a striking 63% win rate over 19 games. The King’s Pawn Leonardis Variation also stands out as a secret weapon, boasting a respectable 53% win rate.
Notable Streaks & Battles
With a longest winning streak of 7 games, and only once currently on the rise, Pujaverdum's battles are as intense as a rapid chess final buzz. But watch out – their longest losing streak hit 6, showing that even heroes have their dark days.
Rivals & Foes
Opponents like jasonpitzey and bryanbischesss have battled Pujaverdum only to witness their own downfall (100% loss rate). On the flip side, karthick22101994 and pkpsycho7 keep them on their toes, reminding Pujaverdum that humility is part of the game with a 0% win rate against them.
When to Catch the Best of Pujaverdum
If you want to witness Pujaverdum at their peak, set your alarm for 1 AM – their best time to play according to the stars (and stats)! Their win rate skyrockets to 100% at 1 AM and an electrifying 75% around 4 AM and 5 AM hours, so maybe caffeine and midnight musings fuel the greatest moves.
Last Epic Victory
On June 8, 2025, Pujaverdum pulled a sneaky finale against jasonpitzey using the Accelerated London System, capturing key squares and forcing a resignation after 29 strategic moves. A display of precision and tactical brilliance that would make Bobby Fischer nod in approval.
1. d4 d5 2. Bf4 Nc6 3. e3 Nf6 4. Bb5 Bg4 5. Nf3 a6 6. Bxc6+ bxc6 7. h3 Bf5 8. O-O Qb8 9. b3 Qb5 10. Nc3 Qb4 11. Na4 e6 12. Be5 Be7 13. Bxc7 Ne4 14. Rb1 Nc3 15. Nxc3 Qxc3 16. Be5 O-O 17. Qe2 Bxc2 18. Rbc1 Qb2 19. Rxc2 Qa3 20. Bxg7 Rfc8 21. Be5 c5 22. Ng5 cxd4 23. Bxd4 Rxc2 24. Qxc2 Bxg5 25. f4 Bh4 26. Bb2 Qxa2 27. Qc3 Bg3 28. Ra1 Qxa1+ 29. Bxa1 1-0
Truly, Pujaverdum is a player who proves that patience, precision, and just a pinch of whimsy can turn the tides on any board. Whether you face them or just admire from afar, expect quick wits, clever traps, and the occasional midnight flourish.
[[Chart|Rating|Rapid|2025-03-2025-06]]🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| gbenga405 | 1W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| srinivas7455 | 1W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| aaa-killer | 2W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| danzub05 | 2W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| jarmoogit | 1W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 412 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 151W / 152L / 12D | 141W / 162L / 10D | 63.8 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Pawn Opening | 74 | 34 | 38 | 2 | 46.0% |
| Mieses Opening | 68 | 32 | 35 | 1 | 47.1% |
| Mieses Opening Reversed Rat Variation | 36 | 13 | 20 | 3 | 36.1% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 21 | 12 | 8 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 21 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Scandinavian Defense Closed | 19 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 63.2% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 17 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 47.1% |
| Philidor Defense | 16 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 16 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Pirc Defense | 16 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 50.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 7 | 0 |
| Losing | 7 | 4 |