Thomas Faillaufaix

Profile: Thomas Faillaufaix (aka thoboom)

Thomas Faillaufaix is a fascinating specimen in the ecosystem of online chess, blending tactical acuity with a knack for growth that would make any biological organism proud. Much like a persistent amoeba, Thomas thrives in various chess habitats — Blitz, Rapid, and Bullet — adapting and evolving his strategies over the years.

Evolution of the Rating Genome

• Blitz: From a sprightly 493 in 2021 to a peak of 807 in 2024, Thomas shows steady evolution.
• Rapid: His rapid-fire thinking reached its intellectual climax at 1323 rating points this year — a true phenotypic triumph.
• Bullet: Though less explored, his max bullet rating hit 830 in 2023 — a fleeting but fierce genetic expression.

Chess Openings: The Genetic Code of Victory

Thomas favors the Caro Kann Defense, his signature defense boasting a 62.9% win rate in Blitz, proving it's not just a defense, but an evolutionary advantage. Other successful genes in his repertoire include the Scandinavian Defense and King's Pawn variations, each carefully selected for maximum survival and dominance in the wild competitive landscape.

Behavioral Traits & Playstyle

Exhibiting an endgame frequency of over 55%, Thomas shows endurance akin to a marathon runner of the chess world, battling through long sequences with average winning games stretching over 58 moves. His comeback rate of 71.11% speaks volumes — when knocked down, Thomas doesn't just survive, he thrives, making him a predator on the board rather than prey.

Black or White, Thomas displays adaptability with a White win rate of 57.3% and a slightly lower Black win rate of 48.16%, suggesting that while he likes to start strong, he’s not afraid to get his hands dirty defending the colony.

Psychological Adaptations

With a tilt factor of just 8%, Thomas maintains composure, rarely letting emotional bacteria infect his decisions. Yet, his rated vs casual win difference of -19.65 hints at a possible comfort zone in low-pressure matches — proving even the toughest predators sometimes prefer the calm of the microhabitat.

Opponent Ecosystem and Social Interaction

Among his most-played opponents, Thomas shows dominance with solid win percentages but also encounters some thorny adversaries (watch out, qylwok!). His recent spree includes victories against omg_its_dave and massimocomin2016 — clearly, his social web is as complex as his openings.

Final Notes

Whether darting through the rapid currents or engaging in the frenetic Blitz jungle, Thomas Faillaufaix is a resilient chess organism whose gameplay genome is both dynamic and fascinating to observe. His strategic adaptations could very well inspire future generations – or at least a few hearty puns. After all, in the grand biosphere of chess, Thomas is certainly a force of nature.