toxixzz

Hi toxixzz – here’s a focused review of your recent play

What you already do well

• Sharp tactical vision. In several wins (e.g. vs kebronj and YASH_MAD) you spotted loose pieces and executed forks like 18…Qxb1+ – winning material on the spot.
• Confidence to seize the initiative. Early pawn breaks (…d5, …c5) and queenside expansions (…b5) show you’re not afraid to dictate play.
• Tactical conversions when ahead. Once up material you usually simplify quickly; the mating net 41…f1=Q 42.b5 Qa1# was clean.

Key areas to tighten up

1. King safety & development.
   In both wins and losses your queen often comes out on move 3-4 while minor pieces stay home (e.g. 3…Qh4 vs Secret_Lab, or allowing 2.Qh5? g6 3.Qxe5+ in your loss to emilevandoorn).
   Goal: Hold the queen until pieces are developed and you are ready to castle.
2. Blunder checking.
   Two recent “abandoned” losses started after a one-move tactical miss (15.Rxd8+ vs Kebronj, 14.Qxe5# vs neikothemonkey). Add a 5-second scan for loose pieces & mating threats before every move.
   Try puzzle rush or the “blunder preventer” routine: “What does my opponent attack if I move?” blunder
3. Endgame basics.
   When the queens come off you sometimes keep pushing pawns randomly instead of centralising the king. Spend one session a week on king-and-pawn endings; it will save half-points.
4. Stable opening repertoire.
   Swapping between 1…b6, 1…e5, and 1…d5 is fun, but learning one solid line (e.g. French or Scandinavian) will reduce surprises and free brain-space for middlegame ideas.

Illustrative moment

The following fragment shows your tactical strength and what could be improved afterward:

• ✔ Great calculation to win material.
• ✘ Missed chance to castle by hand (…Ke7, …Rhf8) and bring last pieces into play sooner.

Action plan for the next 4 weeks

Progress trackers

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Encouragement

Your current peak is 320 (2025-02-27) – and you’re already beating opponents when the game stays tactical. Combine your attacking flair with steadier opening habits and you’ll climb fast.

Good luck, keep the pieces coordinated, and have fun on the board!