Profile Summary: sonoeteroo
Meet sonoeteroo, an adventurous chess enthusiast who prefers the thrilling tempo of Rapid chess but isn’t shy to dabble in Daily, Blitz, and Bullet games too. With a peak Rapid rating of 331, achieved in May 2025, sonoeteroo has proven to be a force of unexpected moves and surprising comebacks—just don’t ask when they are on a tilt (their Tilt Factor is a modest 10, so they keep it mostly cool).
Known for a tactical awareness highlighted by a 54.7% comeback rate, sonoeteroo has a knack for clawing back even after losing pieces. Their games tend to be a bit of a rollercoaster, with an average of 28 moves to win and a surprisingly longer 38 moves per loss — either fighting tooth and nail or throwing in the towel after the queen takes their favorite pawn.
When it comes to openings, sonoeteroo favors the classic King’s Pawn Opening but shines brightest with the cunning Bishop’s Opening, boasting a solid 70.6% win rate in Rapid games there. Meanwhile, the Pirc Defense and some offbeat gambits like the Englund Gambit showcase their willingness to mix unpredictability with strategy—sometimes with mixed results.
Psychology tip: Their best hour to play is around 22:00, so if you want a tougher challenge, book a late-night match. Notorious for early resignations at nearly 28%, though, so if the position looks grim, don’t expect a stubborn fight till checkmate—unless it’s their triumph style, which involves plenty of checkmates, as over 86 rapid wins were by delivering the final blow themselves.
Recent Highlights
Their latest rapid win was a cinematic checkmate delivered on June 3, 2025, against Danazer, wrapping up in just 10 moves with a sneaky queen sacrifice that left opponents speechless:
Not all days are victorious — their longest losing streak reached 10 games, a humbling reminder that even the best have off days.
Playing Style & Personality
- Preferred Time Control: Rapid
- Average Moves per Game: 39.6
- Favored Opening Pets: Bishop’s Opening, King's Pawn Opening
- Win Distribution: More wins playing White (47.6%) than Black (42%)
- Early Resignations: Nearly 28%, so they know when to save their energy for the next battle
- Comeback Artist: Over 54% of the time, don’t count sonoeteroo out after some setbacks
Whether mastering quirky openings or embracing a bold gambit, sonoeteroo's chess journey is one of determination, occasional mischief, and plenty of checkmate celebrations. Challenge wisely — and beware the quiet storm of their cunning queen moves!
