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Rendi Kurnia – The Chess Journeyman with a Top Secret Opening

Meet Rendi Kurnia, a swift tactician and master of the mysterious “Top Secret” opening—so secret, in fact, that opponents probably didn’t know what hit them in his 1,755 rapid-fire battles. With a win rate just shy of 49%, Rendi has danced on the edge of victory countless times, boasting a nearly even split of 852 wins to 850 losses, and a respectable 53 draws that tie the story together like a perfectly placed bishop.

From humble beginnings in 2021 with a rapid rating just shy of 800, Rendi’s journey has been nothing short of a rollercoaster, hitting a peak rapid rating near the magical 1,000 mark in 2025. Not one to shy away from the daily grind, Rendi’s daily chess adventure, though less frequent, shows a scrappy player who can turn the tide—winning two-thirds of his recent daily games.

Rendi's style? Think of it as a patient storm: he doesn’t resign early (only around 5% of the time), but when the endgame arrives—which is more than half the time—he’s ready to battle with an average of over 53 moves per win (long games build character and sore wrists!). His tactical awareness is legendary, with a comeback rate north of 66% and a flawless 100% win rate after losing a piece. Clearly, losing material is just a speed bump for him, a chance to waggle the chessboard and say, “Not today, mate!”

When it comes to the psychological game, Rendi keeps a tilt factor of 9—low enough to remain chill under pressure, but high enough that some hilarious blunders are probably lurking within. Fun fact: his rated versus casual game win difference is a massive 48%. So whether facing high stakes or just messing around, Rendi brings passion and unpredictability to the board.

Off the board, he holds grudges against some foes (zero wins against “ameyranjan” and “angelbari”) but cherishes rivalries, securing perfect records against “hamzaunar” and “aynold0.” He’s the kind of player who probably remembers who stole his queen in 2023 and quietly plots revenge in every subsequent game.

To sum it up: Rendi Kurnia is a relentless, crafty, and delightfully unpredictable player with a penchant for secret openings and epic comebacks. If chess were a soap opera, his would be a thrilling saga—checkmate or not, you’ll be entertained.