Стас Коб'юк (00stasik00) - The Chess Dynamo
Meet Стас Коб'юк, a passionate chess player whose journey through the 64 squares is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride! With a rapid rating peaking at 618 in 2025 and a blitz max of 461, Стас has proven time and again that quick thinking and bold plays are in their arsenal — even if bullet chess can sometimes feel like a sprint uphill (current bullet rating is a modest 230, but hey, everyone loves a comeback story!).
Playing Style & Strengths
Стас loves a good fight in the endgame, appearing in over half of their matches — and often turning the tides with a phenomenal 55% comeback rate. When trailing after losing a piece, Стас pulls off magic with a perfect 100% win rate. White or black, this player keeps opponents on their toes with win rates over 53% on either side.
Openings That Make Opponents Sweat
- Philidor Defense: An astonishing 83% win rate in rapid games — the secret weapon of Стас.
- King’s Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation: 70% success rate, showing mastery of classical play.
- Scotch Game: Another favorite with a 70% win ratio.
- Even “Top Secret” and “Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense” are part of the diversified arsenal with ~55% victories.
Notable Opponents & Rivalries
With over 300 rapid games under their belt, Стас has tangled with many. Bibka_11 is the ultimate sparring partner with 21 encounters and a 67% win rate — clearly a rivalry for the ages! Recent battles show an intriguing 100% win record against franciscoscl91 and retican, yet slowblossem and aripprajaa seem to be the bane with a 0% win rate.
Quirks & Trivia
Стас isn't afraid to throw in early resignations occasionally (about 7.7%), probably saving their energy for the legendary longest winning streak of 7 games. Chess is serious business, but with a tilt factor of just 5, this player knows how to cool down and come back stronger.
When to Catch Стас Playing
Prime hours? The afternoon and early evening shine bright with win rates soaring above 60% from 16:00 to 18:00. Tuesdays are their lucky day with nearly 63% wins, while well... 4 AM might just be their time to dream about victory (0% win rate there).
In summary, Стас Коб'юк is a fearless fighter on the board — sometimes unpredictable, always passionate, and endlessly entertaining. Whether you're a casual onlooker or a competitive rival, watching Стас play is a lesson in resilience, strategy, and a sprinkle of chess magic.
