Welloux

Welloux: The Rapid Riser of the Chessboard

Welcome to the whimsical world of Welloux, a chess player whose rating trajectory resembles a rollercoaster with all the exhilarating ups and downs — but mostly ups! Starting humbly with a Rapid rating of 400 in late 2020, Welloux's passion and perseverance have propelled them to a striking peak of 986 in May 2025. If chess were a roller derby, this player would be the one zooming past opponents with a mix of tactical savvy and a dash of unpredictability.

Playing Style and Preferences

Known for embracing the Kings Pawn Opening and showing a particular skill in the Scandinavian Defense and the Nimzowitsch Defense, Welloux's approach blends classic lines with a sprinkle of modern flair. With an endgame frequency sitting at about 51%, this player enjoys the drawn-out battles as much as the opening fireworks. There's also a respectable comeback rate close to 74%, proving that Welloux never really throws in the towel — unless it’s in about 5% of early resignations, because, hey, even chess heroes know when to save their energy for the next game.

Strengths & Quirks

• Preferred time control: Rapid (because who has time to lose to a 4-hour game anymore?)
• Win rate when playing White: a confident 52.5%
• Win surprise factor: a 43% win rate even after losing a piece — that’s resilience mixed with a hint of madness!
• Longest winning streak: 11 games. During this spree, opponents probably questioned their life choices.
• Current streak: On a hot streak with 1 win, ready to add more trophies to the collection.

Memorable Battles

Let’s talk about the recent highlights! On May 12, 2025, Welloux clinched a victory by resignation against joan1961 with precise moves in the Sicilian Alapin Defense — 18 moves, and the crowd goes wild. Earlier, well outmaneuvering opponents using the Queen’s Gambit Accepted and showing an impeccable knack for timing checkmate. Not all encounters ended in triumph though; battles against eepsylon showed the fierce side of competition with some tough defeats, reminding everyone that every chessmaster has their nemesis.

Favorite Openings: A Quick Peek

Did You Know?

Welloux is a bit of a night owl, with the best time of day to play recorded around 3 AM. Perhaps the brain is secretly fueled by midnight snacks and impeccable silence? The psychological tilt factor is pretty low at 8, proving this player is cool-headed even when the throne of the chessboard is on the line.

Recent Rating Journey in Rapid

From the modest rating of 400 in late 2020, through a few rocky patches (looking at you, 340s), to a smooth climb past 700 in 2023, and finally touching an eyebrow-raising 986 in mid-2025, Welloux's journey is a testament to the power of passion, practice, and perhaps a bit of luck on the board.

Quick Stats:

• All-time Rapid record: 703 wins, 664 losses, 56 draws
• Blitz: Less of a fan, but still respectable with a peak rating over 500
• Bullet and Daily: Tried 'em, had some fun!

Final Thought

Whether sifting through complex middlegame puzzles or executing elegant endgame checkmates, Welloux is a player who proves that chess is not just a game of kings and queens, but of persistence, strategy, and that secret ingredient: a sense of humor. In short, Watch out — the next move could be a masterpiece or a cheeky tactic worthy of a chess comedy!