Martin Maida

Martin Maida - Chess Enthusiast and Puzzle Conqueror

Martin Maida, also known in the chess realm as ZorrO8088, is a distinctive player whose journey through the 64 squares is nothing short of a rollercoaster — with fewer screams, more checkmates, and somewhat less grace but undeniable dedication.

Rating Odyssey

Starting with humble beginnings, Martin’s rapid rating skyrocketed from a modest 503 in 2022 to a respectable peak of 1118 by 2025, proving he’s a fast learner or a fast bluffer — maybe both. His blitz and bullet ratings tell a tale of resilience and persistence, famously bouncing back with a comeback rate over 68%, and a 100% win rate after losing a piece. Don't ask how, he's just that good at convincing opponents that falling for traps is a great idea.

Playing Style

With an average of almost 56 moves per win, Martin prefers to marathon his opponents into submission, occasionally ending games slightly faster when things don’t go his way, with about 49 moves per loss. He enjoys an endgame dance frequently, with nearly half his games reaching those thrilling final moments where he either triumphs gloriously or shakes his head philosophically. Early resignations? A mere 3.63%, because giving up early is for pawns, not for knights like Martin.

Battle Records & Specialties

Martin’s favorite opening remains Top Secret — perhaps literally, since he refuses to share the details, or perhaps it’s just a clever way to confuse opponents. Almost 40,000 games in this line with close to 49% win rate show this strategy is more "mystery" than myth. His longest winning streak hits 13 games, so watch out if you see him on a roll — just don’t let him catch you on a bad day, with his tilt factor at a manageable 16, he is capable of launching a psychological attack better than most!

Master of Time

Weeks kick off with solid performances on Saturday and Monday where he’s over 49% on the scoreboard, but Martin is a night owl with peak performance hours between 2 AM and 4 AM — perfectly timed for those caffeine-fueled epic games when most of us are hitting snooze. Afternoons around 10 and 16 o'clock also show his zen mode, winning just over half the time.

Opponents Beware!

Martin has tangled most frequently with opponents like grymkins, antoniop4r, and dingojc, often holding an impressive win rate against many—some at 100%, others less lucky to face his unpredictable game. If you’re named therealbebamat or marciano999, don’t sweat it if they crush your king; you’re in good company.

The Man Behind the Gambits

Off the digital board, Martin is presumably plotting his next crushing attack or simultaneously looking for snacks — a critical ingredient in maintaining his near 50% win consistency. His approach is part patience, part cunning, and a sprinkle of "did I really just do that?". After all, what’s chess without the occasional blunder and a witty comeback?

In the vibrant world of bullet, blitz, and rapid, Martin “ZorrO8088” Maida continues to sharpen his skills, one move at a time, always ready to sweep the board or humorously lament a missed mate-in-one. His chess story is still unfolding; just wait until you face him – you might end up starring in his next highlight reel or being his next puzzle victim!