Dachey Lin - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Dachey Lin, a formidable FIDE Master whose chessboard conquests have dazzled opponents and baffled chess engines alike. Known by the enigmatic username 1800_strength, Dachey’s journey through the ranks is a tale of grit, wit, and a near-obsessive love for blitz and bullet chess.
Rating and Playing Style
Dachey Lin boasts a peak Bullet rating surpassing 3000—a realm where mortals dare not tread—and an equally impressive Blitz zenith just shy of 2960. Their rapid play hovers comfortably around the 2500 mark, with daily chess showcasing a modest but respectable rating nearing 1500.
When it comes to strategy, Dachey embraces a balanced mix of daring and caution. Their games show a slight preference for a whimsical early resignation rate (~50%), probably when they plan to snack or check memes. However, once they dive deep, their average winning games clock nearly 45 moves—long enough to brew a perfect cup of coffee and contemplate the mysteries of the Sicilian Defense.
Opening Mastery
If there were a secret opening arsenal, Dachey holds the key. Their Top Secret opening is their strongest weapon, having won nearly 55% of over 27,000 blitz games! Favorites include the Sicilian Defense Open Najdorf, Caro-Kann Defense Tartakower Variation (90.91% win rate, anyone?), and the Modern Defense with a 90% success rate. Truly, a player who enjoys weaponizing complexity and confusion.
A Legend in Online Play
With thousands of games under their belt, Dachey has amassed an awe-inspiring tally: over 15,400 wins in blitz and nearly 11,000 wins in bullet. Their psychological resilience is admirable, boasting a comeback success rate exceeding 51% and a solid 55.5% win rate even after losing a piece. In other words, if you manage to steal a pawn from Dachey, prepare for a relentless fightback!
Peak Moments & Notable Matches
Dachey’s recent triumphs include tactical masterclasses with the English Opening King's English Variation and a fierce battle using the Queens Gambit Declined - Exchange Variation, both ending in graceful resignations from the opponent. Against some of the toughest online challengers, Dachey’s tenacity shines—resigning only when checkmate is unavoidable or the pizza delivery arrives.
Quirks and Fun Facts
- Best time to catch Dachey at the board? Around 1 PM—prime brainpower hour!
- They rarely twiddle thumbs: their games clock consistently above 40 moves per win, proving patience is still a virtue.
- Beware the infamous Top Secret opening—nobody knows what it really contains, not even Dachey himself.
- With a tilt factor just over 30%, Dachey manages to keep cool even if their coffee spills during a crushing loss.
In summary, Dachey Lin is a chess connoisseur, a tactical wizard, and a relentless competitor. A FIDE Master with a mysterious and secretive weaponry of openings, they continue their quest toward chess greatness with a mix of strategy, speed, and just a sprinkle of charm.