Samm Samm - Woman FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Samm Samm, also known in the cyber chess arena as SOneNaNguyen, is a titled chess player who proudly holds the prestigious Woman FIDE Master title. Known for their strategic prowess and unwavering focus, Samm Samm has been grinding in the chess trenches since at least 2016, climbing through the ranks with patience, skill, and a dash of flair.
Rating & Achievements
Samm's peak ratings tell a story of dedication: a thunderous 2149 in Bullet (rapid-fire chess that would make even the clock sweat) achieved in late 2023, complemented by strong peaks of 2090 in Blitz and an impressive 1954 in Rapid chess. Their win rates illustrate a fighter never backing down—winning over half their Bullet games and remarkably excelling in Rapid with a 64% win rate.
Style & Tactics
Samm Samm’s style could best be described as a calculated mix of tenacity and tactical wizardry. With an impressive 73% comeback rate after falling behind and a not-too-shabby 49% win rate after losing a piece, Samm refuses to throw in the towel until the final move. On average, their games wrap up after a marathon of approximately 65 moves, whether in victory or defeat, proving endurance is their middle name.
Psychological Fortitude
Despite a modest "tilt factor" of 15 (because every mortal sometimes loses their cool), Samm's optimal battle time is the golden hour around 6 PM — the perfect time to unleash brainpower and charm opponents into submission. Samm also shows a nuanced record against different strength players, comfortably dominating those rated below, while the equal and above brackets present the right challenge to keep the fire burning.
Memorable Victories & Opponents
Samm Samm has tangled frequently (and successfully) with opponents such as tienndat21 (63 games) and mita0312 (43 games). With impressive perfect win rates against a fascinating selection of opponents, Samm’s prowess is undeniable—perhaps the chessboard equivalent of a secret weapon wrapped in a riddle!
Notable Game Snapshot
One of Samm's most recent triumphs occurred in March 2025 against zimthewiz, featuring a Queen’s Gambit Declined. With nerves of steel and a clock-management finesse that won on time, Samm demonstrated a tactical dismantling resulting in a clean victory. Patience, precision, and playfulness all mixed into a cocktail of chess greatness!
Fun Facts
- Counts more wins on Sundays and Wednesdays than on Thursdays—guess Samm needs that weekend vibe!
- Has a hilarious streak record: their longest winning streak stands tall at 19, but also survived a losing streak of 15 games. Resilience is real.
- Samm’s early resignation rate is a modest 11%, so they’re not quitting mid-battle easily!
In summary, Samm Samm is a force to be reckoned with on the 64 squares—a relentless tactician, a fierce competitor, and a titleholder with the heart of a grandmaster-in-the-making. Whether blitzing opponents or patiently outmaneuvering in bullet, they keep proving that strategy and humor are the best openings in any game of life and chess.