Old Toby (tonyxmont) - Chess Player Profile
Meet Old Toby, or as known on the virtual battlefield, tonyxmont. This seasoned chess adventurer has danced across the 64 squares with a style as eclectic as his choice of openings. A true journeyman of the board, Toby's journey began around 2021, with an initial blitz rating that might have prompted dismissive chuckles at local chess clubs—clocking in at a modest 370 at his low point. Yet, persistence is his middle name (unofficially), steadily climbing the ranks with a peak rapid rating that soared to an impressive 926 in May 2021, proving he isn’t just a one-trick pony.
Playing Style and Strengths
Toby's style is equal parts tactical trickery and stubborn resilience. Despite an early resignation rate of 7.8%, he doesn’t throw in the towel lightly — having a comeback rate of a sturdy 74.31% and a win rate of nearly 44% after losing a piece. His endgame frequency hovers around 59.27%, suggesting that the battle really heats up as both players race toward that fateful checkmate or painful timeout. He’s not just a clock watcher either; with an average game length of about 54 moves for wins and 53 for losses, Toby enjoys a good grind rather than blitzing through.
Ratings and Statistics
- Peak Blitz Rating: 685 (June 2021)
- Peak Daily Rating: 738 (April 2025)
- Peak Bullet Rating: 734 (May 2023)
- Peak Rapid Rating: 926 (May 2021)
Across all time controls, Toby has racked up a respectable number of games: hundreds in blitz and bullet, with a remarkably balanced bullet record of 928 wins and 926 losses, showing a fierce competitive spirit that's as much about enduring as it is about winning.
Favorite Openings
Curiously mysterious and occasionally downright "top secret," Toby favors openings that keep opponents guessing. In blitz and bullet, the "Top Secret" opening delivers his strongest win rates (~56% in blitz), though the Unknown Opening accounts for the majority of his games, where his win rate hovers just under 50%. In bullet games, Toby's favorite weapons include the King's Fianchetto Opening and variations of the Reti Opening Queenside Fianchetto, where he enjoys a surprisingly stellar ~67% win rate. His boldness with lesser-played lines showcases a player unafraid to venture off the beaten path — sometimes with success, sometimes with blunders that keep the games interesting.
Psychological and Temporal Trends
Old Toby is often at his best around 6 PM, when his tilt factor drops to a manageable 9 (because everyone tilts at some point) and his win rates by hour spike impressively. Surprisingly, he trumps opponents more easily in the wee hours of the morning and classical battle hours — proving the age-old wisdom: caffeine and a fresh mind help the king and queen reign supreme. Weekly, Tuesdays and Saturdays seem to be Toby's lucky days.
Memorable Moments
Toby's varied career includes some bittersweet moments. His longest winning streak clocks in at a nice 13 games but no shame in the longest losing streak of 9 – because even greats trip over their own rooks now and then. A champion of perseverance, Toby's most recent notable victory was a thrilling “won on time” finish against Mpumi_Bee, using a clever King's Fianchetto Opening, showcasing his trademark patience and timing.
Final Thought
Old Toby might not be topping grandmaster charts just yet, but his blend of eccentric openings, resilient comebacks, and good-spirited pursuit of wins make him a beloved figure in online chess circles. Whether he’s masterminding an elegant endgame or laughing off a blundered bishop, Toby embodies the true spirit of chess: witty, relentless, and just a little bit sneaky.
