Soumya Roy - The Chess Adventurer
Soumya Roy, known online as soumyaroy799, battles the 64 squares with a blend of resilience and quirky determination. Though the rapid rating has seen its fair share of ups and downs—maxing out around 1147 in 2021 and currently cruising near 679 in 2025—Soumya keeps chipping away, game after game, with over 4,000 rapid games under their belt. That's dedication... or maybe a mild addiction to pawns and knights.
Blitz? Oh, Soumya’s tried to dance with the faster tempo, too, boasting a peak blitz rating close to 1119 back in 2020. Though blitz games are fewer in number, each sharp move shows that quick thinking is definitely part of the toolkit.
Playing Style & Tactics
With an early resignation rate of just 5.31%, Soumya isn’t one to throw in the towel easily. Their games often stretch beyond 50 moves, with wins averaging nearly 68 moves—a true testament to endurance. Comeback rate? An impressive 73.66%! Even when pieces fall, Soumya’s magic seems to bounce back with a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece. Opponents beware: giving Soumya a free piece might just be the start of a tactical nightmare.
Psychology & Streaks
Tilt factor is around 10, meaning the emotional rollercoaster is mildly terrifying, but nothing a strong coffee and some pawn pushing can't fix. Soumya's longest winning streak is 8 games—enough to make their opponents wonder if the chess gods are in favor or if Soumya simply found a lucky opening called "Top Secret" (which they use in over 2,800 rapid games).
Win Rates and Rivalries
Soumya has a nearly even split in rapid wins and losses, and a modest blitz record too. Interestingly, they have a mixed bag of rivalries: for example, a 100% win rate against certain opponents like "vivekpant" but surreal dips near 0% versus others like "dinesh2304". It's like a mysterious chess soap opera.
Fun Facts
- Soumya’s best time to score wins is between 12 PM and 1 PM, with an almost 51% win rate—lunchtime genius?
- Favorite day to win: Wednesday, with about 50.77% success rate. Midweek motivation!
- White pieces are slightly preferred, boasting a near 49% win rate compared to 45.7% with Black.
In short: Soumya Roy may not yet be a grandmaster, but they’re definitely a force on the board and a warrior in the world of pawns, knights, and checkmates. With perseverance, a dash of cunning, and a sprinkle of humor, the chess adventure continues!