Rubie Teves - The Tenacious Tactician
Meet rubieteves, a chess player whose rating graph looks like a thrilling roller coaster ride — with more ups than downs and just enough twists to keep opponents guessing. Peak rapid rating? A respectable 1112, achieved in the spirited battles of April 2023, proving they can outmaneuver nearly anyone armed with a mouse and caffeine.
About the Player
Rubie is a rapid-fire strategist, with a penchant for the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation, where they boast an impressive 57.25% win rate. Not one to shy away from classic openings, they also dabble heavily in King’s Pawn and Vienna games, wrestling opponents into submission with a combination of grit and guile.
Playing Style & Quirks
- Early Resignation Rate: Just under 9% – Rubie prefers to fight till the bitter end, although occasionally knowing when to cut losses.
- Endgame Frequency: 53% – Rubie isn't afraid to go the distance, often distilling complex positions into calculated endgames.
- Average Moves per Game: Around 55 moves whether winning or losing, proving stamina is their middle name.
- Comeback King/Queen: With a comeback rate of 66%, don’t count out Rubie once they lose a piece; almost like a chess phoenix rising from the ashes.
- Tilt Factor: 14 – They keep cool, but when Rubie’s brain gets fried, it’s a bit like watching a blender on setting "chaos".
- Best Time of Day to Challenge: 2 PM – Seems like their brain is fully caffeinated and ready to unleash tactical fury after lunchtime.
Win-Loss Chronicles
With a career rapid record of 4,223 wins, 4,329 losses, and 295 draws, Rubie’s journey resembles a fierce battlefield where every match tells a story. Their blitz and bullet stats tell a similar tale — the pursuit of improvement is relentless, even if bullet games occasionally resemble a frantic dance against the clock.
Famous Last Moves
In a recent rapid clash against chessyky, Rubie delivered a handsome checkmate with an elegant Qg1#, sealing the game in true grandmaster fashion. The victory was so convincing, you could almost hear the opponent’s mouse sighing in defeat. Replay the masterpiece here.
Opponent Whispers
Some foes have seen the light against Rubie (hello flashzim45 and santa1977), while others like chessyky and orangetincan have only known defeat at their hands. Rubie’s win rates against various players swing wildly — from undefeated domination to room for improvement — but that’s the spice that makes their chess life interesting!
Fun Facts
- Rubie tends to win slightly more with White (50%) than Black (45%), proving sometimes the first move really does matter.
- Signature opening: Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation, where their win rate tops 57% in rapid chess; a secret weapon many opponents fear.
- Has a history of stout defense — boasting a 66% comeback rate when losing pieces, so never underestimate their fighting spirit.
- Despite occasional tough losses, Rubie maintains a solid average of nearly 55 moves per game, showing endurance and patience.
Whether you want to challenge a crafty tactician or just need some inspiration to persevere in your own games, rubieteves is a player to watch — or better yet, to avoid when they’re in their 2 PM prime!
