Robert Revier: Master of the Daily Gambit
Known online as RobertRe, Robert Revier is a seasoned chess enthusiast whose journey across the 64 squares has been filled with triumphs, trials, and plenty of tactical fireworks. With a peak daily rating of 1550 reached back in December 2013, Robert has demonstrated a formidable grasp of classical chess principles, especially favoring lively openings like the Philidor Defense and King's Pawn variations — proving that sometimes slow and steady just isn’t their style.
Career Highlights
- Peak Rapid Rating: An impressive 1555 in 2016, showing his speed-chess skills rival his daily precision.
- Longest Winning Streak: 12 games in a row, a testament to his ability to channel the inner grandmaster… at least for a while.
- Opening Specialist: Exhibits a 62.5% win rate with Petrov’s Defense daily and an even more intimidating 68.75% with the Scandinavian Defense in rapid play.
Playing Style
Robert prefers a strategic style that often culminates in long, thoughtful endgames, averaging over 57 moves per win. Though not immune to setbacks—his longest losing streak stands at 9—he bounces back fiercely, boasting a remarkable 72.57% comeback rate after losing material. He isn’t one to throw in the towel easily, unless the coffee runs out, in which case early resignations spike slightly.
Psychological Quirks & Habits
Does Robert tilt? About 9 on the scale—which means a humble mix of frustration and fiery determination, perfect ingredients for a memorable battle over the board. His absolute prime time is at 1 PM, when his moves sparkle the brightest, and surprisingly, he boasts a 52.94% win rate as White, proving he likes to take the initiative when he can. His skill with the black pieces isn’t half bad either, with a 44.26% success rate.
Recent Highlights
His latest triumph came with a neat checkmate in the Philidor Defense against vitas020671, showcasing both his strategic prowess and his flair for dramatic finishes: a game that began with classic e4 e5 and ended with a stunning rook and queen coordination that left his opponent breathless.
A Note to Opponents
Beware if you’re gary43 or beegeesteixi, two of Robert's most frequent rivals. While the win-loss scores suggest Robert has had mixed results against these foes, each game is a chess soap opera filled with unexpected twists, sacrifices, and the occasional “Oops, how did that happen?” moment.
In Summary
Whether grinding through daily games with patience, engaging in rapid duels with a touch of daring, or battling the clock in blitz, Robert Revier remains a passionate and unpredictable contender. With a nickname like “RobertRe”, one could say he’s always ready to re-claim the board—match by match, move by move, and occasionally with a cheeky checkmate to close out the day.
