Rodrigo Akira Terao (Terao90) - FIDE Master
Rodrigo Akira Terao, who often plays under the handle Terao90, is a titled player and a FIDE Master with a reputation for fast, tactical play. A specialist in short time controls, Rodrigo is best known for blistering Bullet and Blitz sessions where he mixes deep opening prep with practical, creative play. He trains openings seriously but keeps a sense of humor at the board.
Playing Profile
Preferred time control - Bullet. Rodrigo favors high-tempo games and achieves an adjusted win rate that is especially strong in Bullet play. He is adventurous as White and resourceful as Black, with a tendency to steer games into complex, tactical middlegames that reward quick pattern recognition.
- Preferred time control: Bullet
- Strength adjusted win rate: Bullet 65% - Blitz 50%
- Style highlights: high endgame frequency, long decisive games, strong comeback ability
- Win-Loss-Draw record (all fast games, summary): Blitz 2543-2473-545, Bullet 70-50-13
Openings and Repertoire
Rodrigo’s opening choices show a clear preference for the Sicilian family and practical exchange systems. He prepares both sidelines and main line theory and enjoys surprising opponents with offbeat ideas when the clock is low.
- Most-played and successful: Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (extensive Blitz usage)
- Other staples: French Defense: Exchange Variation, Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation, Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation
- Bullet curiosities: Colle System variants and the occasional gambit for shock value
Achievements and Peak Moments
Rodrigo earned the FIDE Master title and has recorded impressive peak ratings in fast chess. His games often show long decisive battles and a readiness to fight in complicated positions.
- Notable peaks: Bullet peak 2624, Blitz peak 2598
- Longest recorded winning streak: 10 games
- Stout comeback ability: high comeback rate and solid conversion after material losses
Notable Opponents and Records
Rodrigo has a long list of frequent opponents on his home server. A few names stand out from thousands of fast games.
- Most-played opponent: Bernardo Vainzoff Sztokbant - 163 games
- Other frequent rivals: labdalla (91), fviana (57), gattass (33)
- Typical record trends: strong vs lower-rated players and dangerous when leading on the clock
Signature Game Sample
Fast, tactical, and playable in a Bullet scramble. A tiny sample game for replay and study.
Stats Snapshot and Visuals
Rodrigo’s rating arc shows steady improvement in fast formats over recent years. The chart below gives a quick visual of Blitz progress.
Peak Bullet rating quick stat: 2624 (2021-04-01)
Fun Facts and Personality
Rodrigo blends seriousness with fun at the board. He is the sort of player who will prepare a deep line on move one and then unexpectedly try a gambit when the clock is low. Off the board he collects quirky opening names and makes puns about knights.
- Nickname: Terao90
- Best time of day to face him: around 15:00 server time
- Known for: long wins, patient endgame technique, a mischievous opening surprise
Want to study Rodrigo’s games?
Start with his Sicilian Alapin games to see how he mixes preparation and practical play. Explore the chart and the sample PGN above, then challenge him online if you find him active. For a quick lookup of rivals and common matchups, check the frequent opponents list.