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In regards to results (w/d/l) what is the spectrum of what is considered good, great, mediocre/average, bad?

I think we would consider scoring in half of your games to be the bare minimum, and 49% or below to be bad.

craigh4242

w/l/d percentages don't mean a whole lot in chess.  My record vs 1200 rated players is excellent.  My record vs 1500 rated players is mediocre.  I am winless vs 1800+ players. 

So am I good, mediocre, or bad?

Some players like the challenge of playing much better opponents to improve.  Others get frustrated with losing and stick to playing equal or inferior opponents to avoid long losing streaks.