Biography of taartschep — The Chess Connoisseur
Meet taartschep, a chess player whose gameplay is as rich and complex as a well-layered biological cell. With a fascinating rating journey from a budding 100 in Blitz to a daily peak rating of 816 in 2025, taartschep clearly knows how to evolve and adapt—quite the natural selection in the realm of 64 squares!
Known for a penchant for the Queens Pawn Opening and an affinity for the Accelerated London System, taartschep often prepares their opening gambit like a geneticist preparing DNA samples: carefully, purposefully, and with a mission for longevity. Sometimes they sweep through the Indian Game with an impressive 85.7% win rate, proving that taartschep's strategy replicates success like a well-functioning mitochondrion powers a cell.
With an average game length hovering around 50 moves for victories, and over 60 for losses, taartschep is not one to rush a decision. Their endgame frequency—55.52%—indicates a love for the intricate dance of final moves, much like a biologist delights in the subtle interactions at the molecular level.
While Blitz and Bullet may see some tilting (7 on the tilt factor, like a slightly unstable enzyme under heat), taartschep's psychological resilience is notable—with a 69.68% comeback rate and a remarkable 100% win rate after losing a piece, proving that sometimes even a mutation can be a game-changer.
Opponents beware: taartschep's win rate spikes to as high as 90% in afternoon hours, particularly around 15:00. Whether it’s the circadian rhythm syncing with the muse of chess or just a well-timed coffee break, this player’s best moves seem to bloom in the daylight hours.
Last but not least, taartschep’s interactions on the board show a quirky mix of fierce rivalries and friendly dominance—racking up 100% win rates against a diverse crowd while occasionally conceding a draw or two. They are a true chess artisan, grounded in strategy yet capable of surprise, much like a chameleon blending into different ecological niches.
In the vast ecosystem of chess, taartschep thrives, proving that with persistence, adaptation, and a touch of wit, even the smallest pawn can evolve into a queen.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Tharkun2 | 16W / 7L / 0D | View Games |
| fryingpan666 | 15W / 5L / 0D | View Games |
| Frank Kampioen van #59 | 5W / 10L / 0D | View Games |
| wrench-ninja | 6W / 9L / 0D | View Games |
| vdvvdz | 10W / 4L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 280 | 547 | 839 | |
| 2024 | 280 | 110 | 521 | 795 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32W / 24L / 1D | 34W / 24L / 1D | 58.1 |
| 2024 | 59W / 49L / 3D | 61W / 51L / 1D | 57.8 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 40.0% |
| Petrovs Defense | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Van Geet Opening Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Philidor Defense | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Alekhines Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Nimzowitsch Defense Declined | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops Opening | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Reti Opening | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Accelerated London System | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bishops Opening Berlin Defense | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| French Defense Queens Knight Variation | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Closed | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| French Defense Knight Variation Two Knights Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 47 | 23 | 24 | 0 | 48.9% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Accelerated London System | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Three Knights Opening | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Caro Kann Defense | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Italian Game | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Italian Game Two Knights Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Accelerated London System | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 62.5% |
| Indian Game | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 87.5% |
| Top Secret | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 57.1% |
| Bishops Opening | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 80.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Italian Game | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Four Knights Game Italian Variation | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Giuoco Piano Game | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 7 | 6 |
| Losing | 7 | 0 |