Arthur Gallo (aka Turgox)
Arthur Gallo, better known by his online moniker Turgox, is a chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as it is instructive. With a reputation for fierce comebacks and a notable stubbornness on the board (his tilt factor is a modest 9, but hey, who’s counting?), Arthur’s style blends tactical awareness with a dash of unpredictability.
Rating Highlights
- Peak Rapid Rating: 1007 (December 2022) – Proof that patience and persistence pay off.
- Peak Bullet Rating: 372 (May 2025) – Blink and you’ll miss it!
- Peak Blitz Rating: 557 (March 2025) – Lightning fast with a strategic spark.
- Peak Daily Rating: 1003 (February 2025) – Slow and steady wins... well, pretty much sometimes.
Playing Style & Strengths
Arthur’s games are a rollercoaster ride of emotions. He averages around 52 moves per win, demonstrating resilience and patience, but also manages to keep things spicy with a 67.7% comeback rate after setbacks. His endgame frequency is impressively close to 49%, suggesting a fondness for grinding down the opponent rather than quick tactical skirmishes.
Though prone to occasional early resignations (6.5% rate), Arthur’s willingness to battle through tough positions has earned him a 39% win rate even after losing material. His white pieces carry a slight edge in victories (49.23% win rate), while black is a bit more challenging (43.4%), but hey, every color has its quirks!
Favorite Openings
Never one to shy away from variety, Arthur favors the Queens Pawn Opening with a respectable 53.5% win rate in rapid games, but his secret weapon might be the Van Geet Opening - Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation, boasting a solid 56.4% success rate. Beware if you face his Scandinavian Defense in bullet chess – he’s undefeated there with a perfect 100% win record in that niche!
Noteworthy Achievements
- Longest winning streak: an impressive 10-game run.
- Regularly checks opponents from all over, with a 41.5% win rate against edpz42 and 100% crushing wins against several players such as choco973 and s0ssshore24.
- Recent games include brilliant checkmate finishes like the famous 38.Rf8# against choco973, showcasing his talent in turning complex situations into sharp victories.
The Human Behind the Moves
Outside the board, Arthur might be your average downtime strategist. But when the clock ticks and the pieces start to dance, he transforms into a battle-hardened tactician who knows when to hold on and when to strike. His favorite hour to play? Around 1 PM, when the caffeine hits its peak and the mind is razor sharp.
His journey is a reminder that chess is not just about ratings but about passion, perseverance, and sometimes, the hilarious agony of a well-deserved blunder. If you see him online, challenge him – but prepare for a game full of drama, brilliance, and maybe... a sneaky Scandinavian defense.
