Arthur Zoure - The Chess Virtuoso Known as unique-art
Meet Arthur Zoure, a rapid and blitz chess enthusiast whose battles on the 64 squares are as colorful as his opening repertoire. With a peak rapid rating reaching an impressive 344 and blitz soaring up to 408 in mid-2025, Arthur has proven himself a formidable contender in the online chess arena.
Rise, Slumps, and Comebacks
Arthur’s journey looks like a rollercoaster designed by a chess grandmaster who loves dramatic flair. From a shaky start in early 2025 rapid games where his rating flirted with the triple digits, he surged back with a winning streak that pushed his rating to new personal bests. His longest winning streak stands at a solid 7 games, although the other side of the coin shows a humbling 8-game losing streak — because even champions have off days (or weeks).
Opening Explorer Extraordinaire
Arthur's love affair with openings is both eclectic and tactical. The Queen’s Pawn Horwitz Defense seems to be his secret weapon, boasting a lofty 70% win rate in rapid games. Not far behind is the Pirc Defense, where he wins a staggering 90% of his encounters, perhaps leaving his opponents wondering if he's got a crystal ball or just serious preparation.
On the flip side, his Philidor Defense is more like a coin flip with just a 22% win rate — apparently, even Arthur admits it's more “experimental” than “reliable.”
Playing Style: The Marathon Runner
Arthur isn’t in a rush to checkmate; his average winning game spans about 63 moves, with losses clocking in at around 60 moves. This suggests he enjoys the long game — probably sipping coffee while contemplating whether to castle queenside or just dramatically pin a knight. He resigns early in just under 5% of his games, proving he doesn’t give up easily but knows when to cut his losses.
Tactical Wizardry & Psychological Game
Known for his impressive 70% comeback rate after falling behind, Arthur shows grit and resilience. Losing a piece doesn't scare him off either; his win rate after losing material is a respectable 37%. His tilt factor is modest (8), meaning he’s mostly keeping his cool even when the board gets spicy.
His prime time is around 5 PM — so don't challenge him before his chess brew kicks in!
Recent Battles
Arthur’s latest victory was a tour de force with the Queen’s Pawn Horwitz Defense against hanter242, ending triumphantly by resignation after a grueling 77 moves. The game was a true test of endurance and strategy, visible here.
However, not all games ended golden: his recent loss against Skottisen revealed that even the best can be caught off guard by a cunning opponent.
Arthur’s Signature
In the vast sea of chess players, Arthur Zoure (aka unique-art) stands out as a creative tactician with a taste for deep, drawn-out battles and a dash of humor. His mixed results only add to the charm — because at the end of the day, chess is as much about the journey (and the drama!) as the final checkmate.