Fernando Peralta GM

Fernando Peralta - The Grandmaster Known as "zstardust"

Fernando Peralta, or as the chess cosmos knows him, zstardust, is a Grandmaster who dances across the 64 squares with a mix of brilliance and, let's face it, a bit of wizardry. Awarded the prestigious Grandmaster title by FIDE, Fernando has proven to be a force to reckon with in blitz and rapid play. Whether it’s lightning-fast calculations or squeezing every advantage in rapid time controls, he’s got the skills to back it up.

Career Highlights & Personality

Starting from humble beginnings, Fernando’s blitz rating skyrocketed from a modest 1200 in early 2017 to a peak of 2551 by September 2021 — talk about leveling up! Rapid ratings tell a similar tale, reaching an impressive peak of 2694 in August 2021. This is no casual weekend warrior; this is a chess gladiator who thrives under pressure.

With a longest winning streak of 18 games and a tactical awareness rate that would make even the most seasoned opponents sweat, Fernando brings a potent mix of strategy and tenacity to his games. His comeback rate is a staggering 81.36%, proving that giving up is simply not in his repertoire.

Playing Style & Strengths

Known for an extraordinarily low early resignation rate (zero, to be clear), Fernando fights until the checkmate – or until his opponent cries "uncle." With an endgame frequency over 85%, he's clearly a man who enjoys the long haul, squeezing victories with an average of almost 70 moves per win. Interestingly, he wins more often with black pieces (68.09%) than white (67.5%), a little chess mystery for his opponents to puzzle over.

He boasts a 75.38% win rate playing his Top Secret opening in blitz games, hinting at a carefully crafted and well-guarded repertoire that opponents haven’t quite cracked — and may never will.

Noteworthy Opponents & Records

Fernando has tangled with various tough players, with mixed but respectable results. He holds perfect 100% win records against many opponents (tsonia, lid3235, hiva, and more), while some (like vserguei and tenismaster) have managed to keep him at bay. However, his score against fan-favorite rfelgaer stands at a challenging 25% win rate, keeping the rivalry spicy.

Psychology and Fun Facts

Despite his strong mental game, Fernando’s tilt factor scores a very modest 2, which means he likely won't throw the board over after a frustrating loss. Speaking of losses, his longest losing streak is only 2 games—talk about resilience! And his best time to play? When the clock strikes noon, naturally — a grandmaster’s lunch to greatness ritual.

Recent Adventures on the Board

Fernando’s latest triumphs include a brilliant resignation victory over YoungMegaMind, showcasing his command of the English Opening. Yet, like any hero, he’s not infallible — a recent time loss against Sibelephant reminds us that even grandmasters occasionally misplace their watches.

Summary

If chess were a cosmic dance, Fernando Peralta would be twirling perfectly between stars — brilliant, unpredictable, and impossible to ignore. A Grandmaster in every sense, he continues to surprise and inspire all those lucky enough to watch him play. So next time you hear the name zstardust, prepare for some serious chess magic!