Robert Stein - The FIDE Master with a Midas Touch (Mostly on Blitz!)
Known in the online chess realms as TalismanTate777, Robert Stein is a fierce competitor whose battles on the 64 squares are watched and admired by many. Awarded the prestigious title of FIDE Master by the international chess federation, Robert carries the legacy of classic titled play with a dash of modern blitz wizardry.
Rating Highlights and Playing Strength
While Robert’s classical (Daily) rating has modest peaks (maxing out at 467), that's just the calm surface. His real strength shines in the faster-paced blitz and bullet categories — his blitz peak rating smashed through the 2800 mark (a spectacular 2835 in April 2025!), and bullet chess? Well, he topped out beyond 2800 there too (2819 in early 2024). His rapid rating, though less often spotlighted, still boasts a solid peak near 2600.
Playing Style & Psychological Edge
With a relatively low early resignation rate (0.86%), Robert prefers to fight to the bitter end, often engaging in long, strategic battles averaging around 80 moves per game. His tenacity shows in an impressive comeback rate of 81.57% — if he loses a piece, he almost half the time finds a way back to victory.
Robert enjoys playing as White slightly more — his White win rate stands at about 55%, while as Black he’s close behind at around 49%. However, even the best stumble sometimes, as evidenced by his tilt factor of 12. Luckily, his best time to wreak havoc is midnight (00:00), proving he's a nocturnal tactical beast.
Win-Loss & Opponents
Across all time controls, Robert boasts a commendable record — nearly 1300 wins in blitz alone against just over 1000 losses, and a strong bullet record of 290 wins to 129 losses. He’s battled a wide array of opponents, including several tough rivalries like against "witik" (played 20 times) and "topg_777" (17 clashes) — no stranger to intense competition.
Opening Repertoire
Robert’s love for the classics includes the Italian Game Knight Attack and a secret weapon called "Top Secret" (which mystifies opponents as much as it intrigues spectators). Against no opening at all—yes, that mysterious “Unknown Opening”—he still manages a solid 50-67% win rate depending on the time control. Clearly, he’s comfortable wading into the unknown and coming out victorious.
Recent Highlights: The PGN Chronicles
One of his latest victories is a flashy win as White against "Maitreia" in June 2025, winning by resignation after a complex English Opening battle where he masterfully exploited his opponent’s weaknesses. The game ended with a queen-and-rook offensive that seemed inevitable once unleashed.
Humor Corner
Legend says Robert once tried resigning early—but then thought, “Why give my opponent a free cookie?” and carried on battling, often catching his opponent napping at the board. Also known for his midnight energy, some speculate his true secret weapon isn't openings or tactics—it’s an endless supply of midnight snacks and caffeine.
In Summary
Robert Stein is the kind of player who reminds us that chess isn’t just about trophies or titles (though he has a few shiny ones). It's about persistence, adaptation, and occasionally throwing curveball openings labeled as “Top Secret” to keep everyone guessing. Whether blitzing through 2000+ games in the shadow of the clock or holding long endgames deep into the night, Robert embodies the spirit of a fighting chess master with a playful heart.