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Profile: xii_jhong91

Meet xii_jhong91, a rapid and blitz chess enthusiast who's been battling on the 64 squares with the tenacity of a knight in a room full of bishops. With a peak rapid rating of 417 achieved in March 2025, and a blitz warrior high of 332, this player shows they mean business — or at least they try really hard to avoid losing too badly!

Chess Journey and Style

xii_jhong91’s playing style is a cocktail of resilience and strategic patience. They have an impressive comeback rate of over 71%, proving that they don't give up even when the queen’s been snatched away. Average games last about 43 moves when they win, but can stretch nearly 59 moves when they lose, suggesting they enjoy dragging out the fight — or maybe just lingering to savor the pain of defeat.

Endgame aficionados, take note: xii_jhong91 reaches endgames in almost half their games, hinting at a love for the final strategic battles rather than the quick tactical skirmishes (though they do dabble in blitz, with mixed success).

Opening Book

Favoring classical and somewhat quirky lines, xii_jhong91 frequently navigates through the King's Pawn Opening and its many variations, including the King's Knight and Leonardis variations. They also enjoy the Vienna Game and Scandinavian Defense, producing varied win rates — from a respectable 54% with the Vienna Game Falkbeer Variation to a humbling 37% in the Scandinavian Defense.

Competitive Edge and Rivalries

On the leaderboard of fiercest opponents, xii_jhong91 has tangled multiple times (6 each) with players like lala4455th, king_smitt_deya_67, and k13_kiko. Their win rates versus these rivals vary, reflecting the rollercoaster nature of chess competition: some battles are triumphs, others teach humility.

Recent Triumphs & Defeats

Their most recent victories are a testament to their tactical prowess, winning several games by checkmate — including a swift and stylish finish using the Alekhine’s Defense in blitz and a beautiful Bishops Opening victory where the opponent was mercilessly checkmated in just 15 moves.

Of course, not every encounter ends in glory. The latest setbacks came against inferrior-error and Keepest, reminding xii_jhong91 that even great players must sometimes tip their hats to the cunning of others.

Fun Facts & Quirks

• Favorite hour to play: 8 PM — the prime time for brilliance or blunders!
• Tilt factor: 9 out of 10, proving that even the best can get a bit salty after a tough loss.
• Psychological skills: With a 40% win rate after losing a piece, xii_jhong91 knows how to fight back — but watch out, the sting of that loss is real.

Whether facing evenly matched opponents or daring to challenge higher-rated foes, xii_jhong91 battles with a mix of careful planning, tactical strikes, and occasional mad genius. A player who tips their hat to every game and leaves the audience wondering what they'll try next on the chessboard.

For detailed games and more chess drama, follow xii_jhong91’s adventures on Chess.com.