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Ro_Nicu

Playing Since: 2023-05-09 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

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Rapid: 863
1829W / 1808L / 201D

Profile Summary: Ro_Nicu

Meet Ro_Nicu, a resilient and passionate chess player who’s been battling it out on the rapid circuits since 2023. Starting at a modest peak rating of 1396, Ro_Nicu’s journey is nothing short of a roller coaster, featuring a thrilling ride through ups and downs, tactical twists, and a fair share of intense battles!

Playing Style & Strengths

Ro_Nicu is not your average player. With an extraordinary come back rate of 65.71%, this player can turn even the bleakest board situations into opportunities. The average game moves tell a story too: victories tend to be around 62 moves, but losses stretch out to nearly 79 moves — clearly never one to give up without a fight! Their endgame frequency is impressively high at over 70%, favoring strategic endurance over quick finishes.

Opening Book

Ro_Nicu’s opening repertoire is as mysterious as their username: the Top Secret opening tops the charts with nearly 2,642 games played with a balanced win rate around 48%. When stepping out of the shadows, familiar openings like the King’s Pawn Opening and Queen’s Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense add healthy variety and tactical spice, boasting win rates up to 57%. And if you see them play the Bishop's Opening, watch out — with an 80% win rate, it’s their trusty secret weapon.

Battle-Hardened Record

With a near-even split of wins and losses—1356 wins versus 1327 losses in rapid games—and 152 draws, Ro_Nicu is the definition of a gritty competitor. Their longest winning streak is an admirable 8 games, while the longest losing streak stretches to 9, showing a readiness to bounce back even after tough patches. An average tilt factor of 9 suggests some passionate moments on the board, but hey, who doesn’t get a bit fiery when queens and rooks start flying?

Moments of Glory

Recent games show Ro_Nicu’s flair for dramatic and swift victories. For instance, they recently clinched a win in just 20 moves with a rapid checkmate, showcasing their sharp tactical eye. Also, a favorite hour to play is surprisingly early: their best time to strike is around 3 AM—clearly fueled by midnight snacks and caffeine!

Chess Personality

Ro_Nicu is equally comfortable playing with white or black, boasting almost identical win rates around 48% with either color, proving flexibility and adaptability. Their somewhat cheeky early queen moves (like the infamous Qh5) indicate a willingness to shake up the status quo and keep opponents on their toes. This player’s journey is less about instant fame and more about steady learning, persistence, and an occasional dash of unpredictability.

So if you ever face Ro_Nicu on the board, be prepared for a clever strategist with a knack for endgame tussles, a dash of mystery, and the tenacity to fight to the very end. Just remember: every lost pawn is only a plot twist in the grand saga of Ro_Nicu's chess odyssey.


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 907
2024 671
2023 515
Rating by Year202320242025907515YearRatingRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 244W / 214L / 33D 226W / 230L / 31D 74.6
2024 460W / 453L / 47D 470W / 449L / 43D 72.1
2023 0W / 11L / 1D 5W / 7L / 0D 75.6

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 2642 1268 1237 137 48.0%
Kings Pawn Opening 74 43 27 4 58.1%
Philidor Defense 37 17 17 3 46.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 25 13 11 1 52.0%
Scandinavian Defense 13 5 6 2 38.5%
Center Game 9 3 6 0 33.3%
Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense 8 5 2 1 62.5%
French Defense 7 4 3 0 57.1%
Vienna Game 6 2 4 0 33.3%
Undefined 6 3 3 0 50.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 8 0
Losing 9 1
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