רועי איילון

רועי איילון (Username: 12ROY12)

Meet רועי איילון, known in the digital chess arenas as 12ROY12, a passionate and persistent chess player with a rollercoaster ride of a rating history since 2018. While not scaling the dizzying heights of grandmasters just yet, רועי’s dedication and love for the game are evident in every win, loss, and draw logged on the board.

Career Highlights & Playing Style

With a peak rapid rating of 962 in April 2020 and a blitz high of 836 back in 2018, רועי has proven to be a respectable competitor in both formats. Known for using aggressive and classical openings such as the King's Pawn Opening and the Bishop's Opening Berlin Defense, he enjoys a respectable 52% win rate employing the King's Pawn Opening in rapid games—demonstrating a solid grasp of classic chess strategy.

Never shy from tactical battles, רועי’s games often feature comebacks, boasting a 52.95% comeback rate. However, the journey isn’t always smooth—his longest losing streak stretched to a challenging 17 games, proving that even the best stumble before rising again. With an early resignation rate of about 23%, sometimes optimism fades quickly, but resilience shines through.

Statistics Snapshot

• Total Wins: 268 in rapid and 495 in blitz - not too shabby!
• Total Losses: 295 rapid and 613 blitz - hey, every defeat is a learning opportunity.
• Draws: 32 in rapid and 37 in blitz, showing a knack for gritty battles.
• Average Moves per Win: Approximately 46 moves, hinting that games tend to be epic marathons rather than quick checkmates.
• Favorite Time to Play: Late-night hours around 11 PM, when the mind is mysterious and strategies deep.

Recent Memorable Games

In a recent rapid battle dated June 2, 2025, רועי showcased sharp tactical awareness, clinching victory after an intense fight featuring the English Opening and a clever pawn push on the kingside. This game ended with the opponent’s resignation, a testament to רועי’s pressure on the board.

Conversely, a tough loss on May 24, 2025, against phoenix281 ended on time, reminding everyone that chess is not only about moves, but sometimes about the clock—because even the sharpest minds sometimes get caught in the sands of time.

Playing Personality

רועי’s style marries caution and aggression. With a slightly better white win rate (~44.3%) compared to black (~43.4%), he seems comfortable stepping first onto the stage but is no shrinking violet when defending second. His endgame frequency is quite solid (~35%), showing he’s willing to grind out wins and fights deep into the latter stages.

While occasionally prone to tilt (~17% factor), this player’s determination shines strongest in those nail-biting moments when down a piece — fighting back with nearly a 38.5% win rate after losing material.

Fun Fact

Despite some ups and downs in ratings over the years, רועי keeps coming back for more. Whether launching a King's Gambit or sneaking in sly Scandinavian Defense lines, you can be sure no game is ever boring when 12ROY12 is at the board.

In sum, רועי איילון is a spirited club-level chess warrior, blending strategy and tactics with plenty of heart — proving every game is a fresh chance to checkmate life’s challenges. Check out one of his recent wins here, and see the battle unfold!