Roman-pldz: The Rapid Roller
Meet Roman-pldz, a chess enthusiast whose rapid play style resembles a thrilling rollercoaster ride — unpredictable, exciting, and occasionally stomach-churning. Having hit a peak rapid rating of 614 in early 2025, Roman has shown a flair for bouncing back from setbacks, boasting an impressive comeback rate of over 51%. Although the rating dips and climbs like a heartbeat monitor, this player never stays down for long.
Style & Strategy
With a preference for the rapid format, Roman-pldz favors a balanced mix of openings but shows particular fondness for the Van t Kruijs Opening (105 games) and the Kings Pawn Opening, winning almost half the time in the latter. Surprisingly, the Undefined Opening ranks as a secret weapon, boasting an impressive win rate of nearly 67%. Chess fans might agree that Roman-pldz likes to keep opponents guessing, occasionally spicing things up with offbeat gambits like the Englund Gambit, which has yielded a solid 75% win rate in rapid.
Statistics - The Numbers Game
- Total Rapid Games Played: 559
- Rapid Wins: 234
- Rapid Losses: 212
- Rapid Draws: 63
- Blitz Appetite: Sparse but feisty, with 12 games recorded.
- Longest Winning Streak: 6 consecutive victories (still ongoing!).
- Longest Losing Streak: 7, reminding us all that even champions have their "off" weeks.
Psychological and Tactical Quirks
Roman-pldz has a tilt factor of 7 — which means they get a little ruffled but not quite enough to throw their board. Their best time to play? Midnight, when the world sleeps and mind games get real. Notably, the player’s winning rate with Black pieces (47.69%) slightly edges out their White win rate (43.3%), proving that Roman-pldz is no stranger to turning the tables even when going second.
Memorable Games
One recent masterpiece was Roman-pldz’s clutch win against tturkii1 using the Englund Gambit — talk about turning a gambit into a grand slam. This match showcased Roman’s knack for forcing resignations at just the right moment!
In a Nutshell
If you’re looking for a rapid player juggling the art of resilience, unexpected gambits, and a dash of midnight brilliance, Roman-pldz is your person. Expect exciting games, occasional upset victories, and a charming blend of seriousness and chessboard mischief.
