Jason Garfield - The National Master Extraordinaire
Known in the chess world by the moniker TacticalJesus, Jason Garfield is a National Master whose blitz games have dazzled and confused opponents alike since 2013. Born to bend the rules of traditional time controls, Jason’s skill peaks spectacularly in the realm of blitz and bullet chess.
Notable Milestones & Ratings Journey
- Achieved a blitz rating peak of an impressive 2700 in 2024, climbing steadily from a humble 1362 in 2013. Talk about a glow-up!
- Dominates the bullet scene too, with a peak rating surpassing 2700 in 2025, proving that speed doesn’t kill when you’re this good.
- Rapid and daily ratings, while slightly more laid-back, still showcase a strong competitive edge, with recent rapid ratings climbing to an impressive 2500+ level.
Warrior of Openings
Jason's weapon of choice usually revolves around the English Opening. Known for solid defensive systems like the Caro-Kann Defensive System and agile lines like the Anglo-Indian Defense, he doesn’t shy away from mixing classic with modern. Opponents beware – the English Opening Fianchetto Ultra Symmetrical Line and the English Opening Kings English Variation are habitual traps where many have fallen.
Playing Style
With an average of about 90 moves per game on wins and losses alike, Jason clearly enjoys a prolonged battle on the battlefield of 64 squares. Known for a 92.87% comeback rate and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece, it's safe to say quitting is not in his dictionary. Trouble sets in for opponents when Jason's psychological resilience kicks in, countering moves with surgical precision.
Chess Personality & Fun Facts
Jason’s tilt factor is a mere 14, meaning a gloomy position only slightly detracts from his superhuman calm. In fact, he’s won 55.53% of his games playing White and holds a solid foothold with Black at 50.96% wins – talk about balanced.
Once notorious for the longest winning streak of 23 games, TacticalJesus’s legacy is a blend of brilliance, speed, and a dash of cheek. Known for snappy tactical retreats (early resignations happen only 0.37% of the time), Jason is the player you don’t want to face when the clock is ticking down.
Opponent Roll Call
Jason has squared off against hundreds of opponents, including many with names as quirky as "whereismytoaster," "rhetprof," and "escape_from_chess." Fans joke that you haven't truly tested your skill until you've been outwitted by TacticalJesus in under a minute.
Summary
A master tactician and speed chess virtuoso, Jason Garfield has successfully melded fast-paced intuition with strategic depth. A true national treasure in the chess community, Jason embodies the spirit of competitive play with a flair for stunning comebacks and rapid-fire victories. If chess were a high-speed chase, Jason would be both the driver and the getaway artist.