Алексей

Алексей - The Chess Enthusiast Known as 6aka

Meet Алексей, or as the chess world sometimes calls him, 6aka. A player whose rating rollercoaster could rival the twists of a Sicilian Defense, Алексей has been battling it out on the online boards since at least 2017. Starting from a modest Blitz rating of under 900, this determined tactician has climbed impressively to a personal best blitz peak of 1616 in 2022, demonstrating steady growth and a flair for rapid calculation.

Playing Style and Strengths

With a natural inclination towards rich tactical play, Алексей is renowned for his endurance in endgames, boasting an endgame frequency of nearly 70%, and an average of over 65 moves per win. He’s not one to give up early, only resigning about 1% of his games, and shows remarkable resilience with a comeback rate above 82%! Notably, he tends to shine brightest at midnight, when his "best time of day to play" suggests his mind is in tip-top shape.

His favorite battlefield? The Sicilian Defense family, particularly the McDonnell Attack and the Open Lowenthal Variation, where he holds solid win rates around 50%. When he’s not navigating sharp Sicilian lines, he dabbles with the Scotch Gambit and the Philidor Defense — diverse tastes that keep opponents guessing.

Rapid and Daily Play

Алексей truly shines in Rapid chess — where his peak rating soared to a stunning 1914 in late 2022. His rapid win rate is bolstered by an impressive combination of strategic knowledge and lightning-fast tactics, making him a deadly presence after the first few moves. Though not as frequent in Daily chess (where he’s played only a handful), his short burst of action in Blitz and Rapid formats keeps the adrenaline pumping.

Memorable Moments and Recent Games

Recently, 6aka executed a brilliant tactical sequence in a Blitz game using the Sicilian Defense - Open Lowenthal Variation, forcing resignation from the opponent with precise and aggressive play. If there's one thing to say about Алексей’s games, it’s that they rarely end without excitement — whether a hard-fought victory or a learning defeat, the board always tells a story.

Statistics Snapshot

• Total Blitz games: 1786+ (898 wins, 821 losses, 67 draws)
• Rapid games: 135+ with a positive win-loss record
• Longest winning streak: 10 games — a testament to focus and determination
• Likes to play around 16:00-17:00 or midnight — prime brain hours!

Personality Insight

Алексей isn’t just a chess player; he’s a warrior of the board with a tilt factor moderate enough to keep it human, yet driven enough to punch back from setbacks. With a win rate above 50% even when playing black pieces (48.44%), 6aka’s games are often a mixture of careful strategy and bold surprises.

In a nutshell, Алексей is a persistent and evolving player who embodies the spirit of competitive chess with a dash of humor and resilience. Whether it’s a late-night blitz or a rapid showdown, watch out when 6aka is on the clock — unpredictable brilliance awaits!

“Chess is 99% tactics, the rest is luck... but Алексей seems to have the tactics part figured out pretty well!”