John Arni Nilssen - International Master Extraordinaire
Meet John Arni Nilssen, a chess player who has gracefully climbed the ranks to earn the prestigious title of International Master from FIDE. With a keen mind sharpened by countless battles on the 64 squares, John’s chess journey is one of steady improvement, tactical brilliance, and unwavering dedication.
Chess Progress and Style
Beginning with daily games boasting a peak rating above 2100, John soon made an impressive splash into blitz and bullet chess. His blitz rating peaked at an electrifying 2503 in 2023 — proving he’s as fast with his mind as lightning on the clock. His bullet ratings have hovered around stellar numbers, recently reaching near 2500, showing he doesn’t just think quickly, but accurately.
Known for his love of endgames (snapping up 81% frequency) and an uncanny ability to claw back from losses—often because his comeback rate is nearly 92% and he wins every time after losing a piece—John is a blend of resilience and cunning. He has a calculated patience, averaging around 77 moves to triumph, proving he doesn’t just blitz through games; he finishes them with a flourish.
Record and Rivalries
With over 6,300 blitz games under his belt, John has racked up a robust 3,222 wins, with a win rate just over 50%. In bullet chess, he’s an even fiercer competitor with a 60%+ win rate, and daily play clearly shows he means business with an almost 85% win ratio.
When it comes to opponents, John seems to have mixed feelings. Some rivals are like kryptonite (looking at you, musashi and elshadchess, who have been undefeated against him recently), while others like doublexclam and a host of loyal sparring partners enjoy a slightly less happy fate.
Personality on the Board
John’s psychological streak shows a low tilt factor of 8, meaning he hardly lets frustration get the better of him - a rare quality among those who spend hours staring at an army of pawns and knights. His “rated vs casual win difference” sits at a cool 52%, suggesting he’s far from casual—when serious, he’s downright formidable.
Off the board? Probably someone who chuckles at chess memes, drinks way too much coffee, and once tried to checkmate a squirrel in the park—because why not bring tactical genius everywhere?
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 23 games – a blitz bonanza!
- Prefers to win quietly but with style: White pieces win rate at 55%, Black at a respectable 49%
- Most deadly time to play: prime hours like 21:00 with over 61% win rate – late-night brain power unleashed
John Arni Nilssen is proof that chess mastery is a journey full of blood, sweat, and deeply strategic coffee breaks. So watch out—he’s coming for your king, one brilliant move at a time.