Chess Personality Quiz!

May 14, 2025, 7:51 AM | 9

Hi, reader! Have you ever wondered what your chess personality is? I bet you did. Well... maybe not. Let's get to the point! Some players are warriors. Others are poets. Some blitz through moves like there's no tomorrow (that one may or may not be me), while others sit still for ten minutes before touching a pawn.

This quiz isn’t about ELO. It’s not about how “good” you are. It’s about style. Instinct. Identity.

Answer 10 questions, track your responses, and discover which of the 16 unique chess archetypes fits you best—from the Daredevil to the Monk, from the Rock to the Chameleon. Ready to find out who you really are on the board? I will not include a table of contents this time because I don't want you to skip my questions hehe.

Let’s play.

1. What do you do in this position?

A) Go for Bxh7+!
B) h5! If I am attacking, I won't miss my chances.
C) Let's castle. I can improve my position and think about sacrifices later.

2. Your opponent just blundered. How do you feel?

A) Excited—I love crushing them after mistakes.
B) Relieved, but I stay focused.
C) A bit sad. I wanted a clean, instructive game.

3. Your favorite chess time control is…

A) Bullet or blitz. Let’s go fast!
B) Rapid. Best mix of thinking and speed.
C) Classical. I need time to think.

4. Pick a chess opening vibe.

A) Aggressive!
B) Flexible and balanced (like the English or the Réti)
C) Solid and safe (d4, solid setups...)

5. You’re losing. What’s your move?

A) Go crazy. Swindle mode activated.
B) Defend calmly. Wait for chances.
C) Resign with dignity. There's always another game.

6. What’s your chess dream?

A) Becoming a famous chess content creator.
B) Winning an over-the-board tournament.
C) Become a master!

7. Your favorite chess youtuber is…

A) GothamChess.
B) Anna Cramling.
C) Eric Rosen.

8. Describe your board presence.

A) I tilt the board and lean in.
B) I sit upright and rarely move.
C) I sip tea and nod at every move.

9. What’s your ideal chess opponent?

A) Fiery and unpredictable. Let’s go!
B) Strong and logical. I want a challenge.
C) Calm and respectful. I don’t need chaos.

10. What’s your pre-game ritual?

A) Trash-talk and tactics warm-up.
B) Silence, breathing, one last check of lines.
C) Light snacks and a relaxed brain.

RESULTS!

Mostly A Answers	Mostly B Answers	Mostly C Answers
The Warrior 💥 Bold, risky, and always looking to blow the game open. Loves tactics and sacrifices.	The Thinker 🧘 Solid, positional, and calm. You wait, then strike. You're Carlsen’s spiritual cousin.	The Magician 🎩 Unpredictable, creative, and always looking for something unusual. Your play confuses and amazes.

Which one did you get? Do you think it is accurate? Tell me in the comments!