Profile Summary: Jade Phan aka ruafna
Meet Jade Phan, a fierce rapid chess enthusiast who treats the 64 squares like a personal playground. Also known by the mysterious alias ruafna, Jade’s journey through the ranks is sprinkled with both triumphant checkmates and humbling learning experiences, all approached with gusto and a dash of cheeky humor.
Starting strong with a peak rapid rating of 923 in early 2023, Jade's rating has ebbed and flowed like a dramatic chess epic — climbing up to an impressive 396 by mid-2025. While bullet chess might not be Jade’s favorite speed test (peak 171 with a current cautious approach), rapid games are where the true spirit shines.
Playing Style & Statistics
- Preferred Time Control: Rapid (where Jade spends most of their chess adventures)
- Overall Rapid Record: 253 wins, 240 losses, 48 draws – proving that every piece Jade moves tells a story.
- Longevity: Jade’s longest winning streak stands at an admirable 8 games, and don’t worry, the current streak is a promising 2 wins!
- Win by Resignation: Jade has mastered the art of compelling opponents to resign, clinching 135 wins that way. Quite persuasive!
- Opening Specialist: Favours the Van t Kruijs Opening and Alekhine's Defense, boasting a neat 66.67% win rate on both. Ever the tactical innovator, Jade dances on the knife-edge of classic and offbeat openings.
Personality Insights
Jade’s best time to unleash tactical wizardry is around 10:00 AM — clearly a morning strategist! Despite a modest tilt factor of 6 (which means a good sportsmanship attitude), Jade’s comeback rate is a jaw-dropping 76.38%, indicating an uncanny ability to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. It’s like watching a Hollywood thriller, only with more knights and fewer explosions.
Recent Battles
In a dramatic recent rapid duel, Jade showcased skillful attacking prowess against whiteeagle2707, winning by resignation after a gutsy sacrifice on move 12. You might say Jade’s not afraid to ruffle some feathers (or pawns). For those curious, the latest victorious game featured an aggressive Alekhine’s Defense, culminating in a neat finish just 13 moves in — efficiency meets flair!
Fun fact: Jade’s chess journey isn’t just about the ratings; it’s about turning every game into a story where patience, boldness, and (sometimes) joyful chaos collide. After all, if the queen can glide across the board so gracefully, why can't Jade glide through life with a smile?
In Summary
Whether challenging an opponent to a Van t Kruijs Opening or conjuring a sneaky Alekhine's Defense trap, Jade Phan (a.k.a. ruafna) exemplifies the spirit of a dedicated player who’s as passionate about the game as they are about having fun. Keep an eye on this profile – the next brilliant combination or cheeky gambit might just be a click away!
