RichardDeLondres: The Tenacious Tactician
Meet RichardDeLondres, a chess player whose games are as thrilling as a detective novel and as unpredictable as a rollercoaster ride. Starting from a modest rapid rating of 437 in early 2021, Richard embarked on an epic quest up the rating ladder, peaking at 1035 the same year—because who doesn’t love an underdog story?
Specializing in rapid games, Richard has played nearly 19,000 rapid matches with nearly equal wins (8,879) and losses (8,916), proving that he’s as much a fighter as a thinker. His blitz and bullet records may not be as glamorous, but hey, not all heroes wear capes; some just prefer a slower pace.
Nicholas Cage once said, “Not the bees! Not the bees!” Well, chess fans say, “Not the resignation!” Richard's early resignation rate is just a humble 2.52%, showing stubbornness matched only by grandmasters (or someone who just hates giving up). Plus, his comeback rate of 74.37% means he’s the kind of player who laughs in the face of adversity—and often wins anyway.
Some say Richard’s game lasts forever with an average of 62 moves per win and a slightly quicker 57 moves per loss, proving he likes spectator sports and doesn't let his opponents sneak out early. His style? A complex blend of careful strategy and aggressive tactics, often throwing opponents into “tilt” mode with his psychological ninja moves.
Favorite Openings
- Top Secret (his favorite mysterious gambit, it seems!) with an almost even 47.24% win rate
- Ruy Lopez Opening where he shines with a solid nearly 89% win rate — talk about strong fashion choices!
- Philidor Defense and Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation – Richard shows off some rare opening expertise with over 85% win success.
Recent Highlight: A Checkmate Masterstroke
In a recent live rapid match, Richard unleashed a stunning supply teacher’s nightmare: a brilliant queen sacrifice leading to a swift checkmate in just 10 moves with the Closed Sicilian Defense. Opponents beware: when Richard’s on, it’s curtains by move ten.
Psychological Edge
His tilt factor hovers at a manageable 18%, meaning he keeps his cool better than most but is still human enough to occasionally throw a tantrum—just not on the board. Interestingly, the “best time of day to play” for Richard is around 1 AM, suggesting he might be a secret night owl feeding off late-night caffeine and killer moves.
Opponent Chronicles
Richard’s most battled opponents include the likes of grand-mettre and dojunchess, showcasing a fierce rivalry with some of the chess world’s toughest neighborhood contenders. His win rates against various opponents oscillate wildly from perfect 100% to utterly humbling 0%—but hey, what’s chess without a good story of epic triumphs and humbling defeats?
Fun Facts
- Despite more losses than wins in rated games, Richard’s psychological resilience and comeback ability make him a force to be reckoned with.
- His longest winning streak is a sturdy 13 games, while the longest losing streak is a humbling 18 games, proving the chess gods love to keep things exciting.
- Though he often prefers Rapid play, Richard also dabbles in Daily, Blitz, and Bullet games—with mixed but always passionate results.
Whether you're a budding chess enthusiast or a seasoned player, RichardDeLondres exemplifies the beauty of the game: persistence, strategy, and the occasional queen sacrifice that leaves the crowd gasping. Keep an eye on this resilient tactician; his chess journey is far from over.
