Lois D

Lois D. aka "Teqpan" - The Chess Adventurer

Once upon a chessboard, there emerged a strategist known as Lois D., who prefers the enigmatic alias Teqpan when battling across virtual 64 squares. Lois's journey began modestly in early 2021 with a daily rating of 1200, a gentle introduction before diving headfirst into the glorious chaos of pawns, knights, and queens.

Climbing the Ranks (and Sometimes Sliding)

Lois's chess career has been a rollercoaster worthy of a grandmaster’s heart rate monitor. Peaking impressively at a 1317 daily rating in mid-2021, Teqpan showed flashes of brilliance punctuated by some humbling defeats. Despite a few months of rating dips that might have inspired some dramatic sighs (or resignations), our hero never lost their fighting spirit. By 2025, hovering around a solid 950-1000 daily rating, Lois demonstrates the dedication of a true chess warrior—not just chasing wins but learning from losses.

A Tactical Palette: Openings & Playing Style

Teqpan’s favorite trick? The Scandinavian Defense, boasting a sparkling 78% win rate—a defense as bold as their fighting spirit. They also dabble cleverly in the Queen's Pawn Opening and the mysterious "Top Secret" opening (which sounds like a conspiracy theory more than a chess strategy), maintaining nearly a 50% success rate in these engagements. When wielding white pieces, Lois prefers an aggressive approach, winning 58% of games, while adopting a slightly more cautious stance with black (44% wins).

Personality on the Board

Known for a relatively low early resignation rate (only about 0.89% — because hey, every pawn deserves a fight!), Lois is no stranger to thrilling endgames; nearly 65% of their games feature an epic endgame saga. They average nearly 60 moves in victories, showing a patience and tenacity that defies the instant gratification crowd. With a tilt factor of 15, a little frustration sneaks in—because who doesn’t get a bit grumpy after a tough loss? But watch out at 9 AM and 9 PM when Teqpan is at their sharpest and most cunning.

Recent Triumph: A Masterstroke

In the latest battle dated May 1, 2025, Teqpan bested DBBYoyo with a Philidor Defense Exchange Variation that showcased strategic finesse and unyielding pressure, forcing the opponent to resign after a relentless advance culminating in a decisive check with Rd8+. This victory exemplifies Lois's ability to thrive under pressure and convert small advantages into triumphant victories.

Rapid Fire Reality

Although more comfortable in daily classical games, Lois’s rapid rating peaked at 1053. Rapid games are a wild card for Teqpan—sometimes a dazzling win, other times a lesson learned from more experienced time-travelers on the board. Win rates in rapid hover modestly around 23%, but with those rapid-fire games, every move counts when the clock's ticking!

A Few Quirks & Fun Facts

• Most played opponent? The formidable jash3324, whom Lois has battled 43 times with roughly a 33% win rate. Talk about a rivalry!
• Favorite day? Friday, where Teqpan wins almost 63% of games. Weekends might just bring chess mojo!
• Peak winning streak: 7 games. Longest losing streak: a tough 15 games, but every loss seeds the next win.

Lois D., aka Teqpan, is not just a chess player but a persistent explorer of the infinite 64-square universe—a player who embraces the thrill of the game with a smile, a sigh, and an unbreakable spirit to castle once more.