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rookmebackwards

Playing Since: 2020-07-16 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟

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Daily: 804
3W / 4L / 0D
Rapid: 869
1078W / 1035L / 93D
Blitz: 706
937W / 905L / 65D

Player Profile: rookmebackwards

Meet rookmebackwards, a player whose chess journey reads like a gripping novel filled with comebacks, curious tactics, and the occasional dramatic twist. Starting with modest blitz ratings hovering in the 800s back in 2020, rookmebackwards didn't just settle for casual wins—they battled through thick and thin to achieve impressive rapid ratings close to 870 by 2025. Talk about leveling up!

Known for a comeback rate of over 70%, this player refuses to bow out quietly, turning the tides even after losing a piece with a perfect 100% win rate in such situations. They average more than 60 moves per win, proving they're in no rush to tip over the king but prefer a strategic marathon rather than a sprint. With an endgame frequency of 63%, rookmebackwards clearly enjoys those tense finish lines where every pawn push and rook slide can mean glory or defeat.

The psychological side of this warrior is equally fascinating. Sporting a modest tilt factor of 8, they keep their composure better than most, although a near 38% difference between rated and casual games suggests a touch more fire when the stakes are high. Their willingness to play openings labeled as "Top Secret" across all time controls adds an aura of mystery—rookmebackwards might just be a chess ninja hiding their best gambits until the perfect moment.

Their records show a love-hate relationship with the clock, posting the best win rates during morning hours (9 AM boasting a whopping 64% win rate) and Mondays and Saturdays where they delicately balance play and life with approximately 53% wins. Weeknights may be a struggle (watch out for that 40% win rate at 6 AM!), but hey, even grandmasters have their sleepy hours.

Across nearly 3,000 rapid games and close to 300 blitz battles, rookmebackwards enjoys a solid 49-51% win ledger, a testament to a fighter's spirit who can adapt and throw surprising punches. With their longest winning streak ringing in at 10 games, this player proves they can ride a wave of brilliance before inevitably returning to humble beginnings (sound familiar?).

And if you ever dare challenge rookmebackwards, beware: opponents like “nalydmi” and “kamajayadwi” have tasted total defeat, while a few others have managed to slip wins in—making every encounter unpredictable and thrilling.

In conclusion, rookmebackwards is a chess adventurer with a penchant for endurance, mystery, and tactical wizardry. Whether battling at the crack of dawn or flexing strategies under pressure, this player embodies the timeless charm of chess—not just a game, but a battle of wits, patience, and a splash of humor.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
dasein_ser 1W / 0L / 0D
rshah1491 0W / 1L / 0D
dannygamgee 1W / 0L / 0D
bazernwow 1W / 0L / 0D
akshay8962 0W / 1L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
Jack 0W / 7L / 0D
justmakeyourplay 2W / 3L / 0D
rookmesideways 1W / 4L / 0D
arcbound1992 2W / 2L / 0D
emii395 1W / 2L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 706 869
2024 725 804
2023 666 804
2020 837 805
Rating by Year2020202320242025869666YearRatingBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 412W / 359L / 37D 387W / 392L / 30D 66.6
2024 372W / 319L / 32D 335W / 359L / 26D 62.5
2023 8W / 10L / 0D 7W / 10L / 0D 47.7
2020 2W / 4L / 0D 0W / 6L / 0D 56.7

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 263 137 118 8 52.1%
Reti Opening 74 41 31 2 55.4%
Nimzowitsch Defense 47 25 20 2 53.2%
Nimzowitsch Defense Declined 46 28 17 1 60.9%
Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation 28 15 12 1 53.6%
Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation 19 10 8 1 52.6%
Scandinavian Defense 17 7 9 1 41.2%
Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation 15 7 8 0 46.7%
Van Geet Opening Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation 15 9 5 1 60.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 14 7 6 1 50.0%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 2208 1078 1037 93 48.8%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Top Secret 14 4 10 0 28.6%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 10 1
Losing 8 0