Thandoshab: The Enigmatic Chess Enthusiast
In the vast kingdom of 64 squares, few players wield their pieces with the quirky blend of persistence and mystique quite like Thandoshab. With a Blitz rating fluctuating between 674 and peaking at 1279 in 2024, and a Rapid rating hovering around 1100, this player has proven to be a relentless opponent who loves a good tactical skirmish—and occasional dramatic comeback.
Playing Style & Highlights
Thandoshab boasts an Early Resignation Rate of just 3.84%, showing they rarely bow out without a fight. With an Endgame Frequency of about 52%, you can bet this player enjoys the long haul, grinding out wins in the latter stages of the game. Average moves per win stand at roughly 49, slightly quicker than their average moves per loss of 55, which implies Thandoshab is patient—maybe a bit stubborn—but knows how to seal the deal.
Game stats reveal a neat 52.47% win rate when playing White, and a respectable 49.59% with Black. Not to mention a Comeback Rate of 64%! Lost a piece? No worries, Thandoshab bounces back with a 100% win rate after losing material—talk about never giving up!
Blitz, Rapid & Daily Adventures
Whether it’s the heart-thumping adrenaline of Blitz or the strategic dance of Rapid chess, Thandoshab handles both with zeal. An impressive total of over 4,900 Blitz games played, with a slight edge in wins over losses, paints the picture of a seasoned warrior on the board.
In the slower-paced Daily format, albeit with just a couple of recorded games, Thandoshab has clinched a perfect 100% win rate—two for two! Perhaps this indicates a budding daily chess champion or just someone who likes to relish their victories one leisurely move at a time.
Fierce Rivalries and Secret Openings
Thandoshab’s opening repertoire remains a tantalizing Top Secret. Maybe a well-guarded family recipe, or a fashion statement on their chessboard. Either way, it works—especially in Blitz where their win rate with this mysterious opening is just over 51% across nearly 5,000 games.
While some recent opponents have proven stubborn (looking at you, doktorlivsy and carlospoviart—0% win rate there), others like esalom469 have fallen victim to Thandoshab’s strategic prowess. And the most-played adversary, keithsand, bows 97% of the time, which might hint at a psychological edge—knowing when to fold and when to fight back is an art, and our player masters it.
Chess Hours and Mood
Thandoshab’s winning chances peak in the morning and early afternoon, with an eyebrow-raising 56.83% win rate at 8 AM. Who says chess players don’t love a good early start? However, beware the wee hours, where the win rate dips into the 20s—perhaps a sign that sleep is the real opponent then.
With a modest Tilt Factor of 10, and an almost perfect score fighting back from losing positions, this player’s psychological resilience is no joke.
Legacy in Progress
Rated improvement from 877 to 970 in Blitz between 2024 and 2025 shows upward trajectory, and a leap to 1628 in Daily chess rating suggests that Thandoshab is just warming up. Over 5,000 games and counting—whether under pressure or during a casual weekend — this chess persona is a testament to grit, passion, and a hint of mystery. One can only imagine what new tales will be written on the checkered battlefield next.
In short, if chess were a soap opera, Thandoshab would be that unpredictable yet lovable character who keeps you hooked, move after move.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Keith Maduna | 244W / 11L / 1D | View Games |
| srodcam055 | 5W / 5L / 0D | View Games |
| Azizbek ⚡ | 7W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| Nyasha Chagwambare | 2W / 7L / 0D | View Games |
| roberto_sopot | 6W / 3L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 768 | 906 | 1063 | 1628 |
| 2024 | 877 | 1080 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 961W / 794L / 15D | 928W / 833L / 6D | 50.5 |
| 2024 | 927W / 905L / 12D | 893W / 939L / 17D | 52.8 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 897 | 438 | 450 | 9 | 48.8% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 4945 | 2547 | 2364 | 34 | 51.5% |
| Petrovs Defense Three Knights Game | 74 | 43 | 31 | 0 | 58.1% |
| Petrovs Defense | 55 | 32 | 23 | 0 | 58.2% |
| Philidor Defense | 50 | 32 | 18 | 0 | 64.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 42 | 20 | 22 | 0 | 47.6% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 34 | 24 | 8 | 2 | 70.6% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 32 | 16 | 15 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Bishops Opening Berlin Defense | 31 | 15 | 16 | 0 | 48.4% |
| Petrovs Defense Classical Variation | 29 | 15 | 14 | 0 | 51.7% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 28 | 17 | 11 | 0 | 60.7% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrovs Defense | 44 | 34 | 10 | 0 | 77.3% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 41 | 25 | 15 | 1 | 61.0% |
| Petrovs Defense Three Knights Game | 38 | 24 | 14 | 0 | 63.2% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 35 | 18 | 17 | 0 | 51.4% |
| Englund Gambit | 26 | 14 | 12 | 0 | 53.9% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 25 | 18 | 7 | 0 | 72.0% |
| Ruy Lopez Opening Berlin Defense | 22 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 22.7% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 20 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 35.0% |
| Ruy Lopez Opening Classical Central Variation | 20 | 11 | 9 | 0 | 55.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 16 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 43.8% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 19 | 0 |
| Losing | 10 | 2 |