Meet aakarib: The Chessboard's Persistent Gladiator
Known to some as just "aakarib," this chess warrior is a blend of grit, strategy, and a dash of delightful unpredictability. With a peak rapid rating of 824 (October 2024) and a blitz best of 376 (March 2025), aakarib proves that dedication trumps all—even if some score variations suggest the occasional rollercoaster ride on the rating ladder.
Starting 2025 tipping the scales at modest ratings, aakarib has harvested wins across all time controls: rapid, blitz, and bullet. The rapid games show a sharp mind with a knack for openings like the Van t Kruijs and King's Pawn where win rates soar beyond 70%. That Indian Game Knights Variation? A perfect 100% win rate—because who doesn't love a clean sweep?
Whether it's squeezing precious seconds in bullet battles or pacing through the slower rapid grind, aakarib keeps things interesting. With an average of about 51 moves per win, patience is key, but when the occasion demands, the games can end swiftly with an elegant checkmate—like the recent dazzling victory over merk1216 featuring a textbook Queen's Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense finish.
But beware, even the best stumble! Losses come with tales of thrilling defeats, including a heartbreaking surrender against adfnmfng where aakarib got checkmated despite valiant resistance. It's all part of the journey, right?
Style & Personality
- Psychological Strength: A tilt factor of 5 means aakarib keeps calm under pressure, just enough frustration to fuel improvement but not enough to rage-quit.
- Timing is Everything: The prime hour to play? 8 PM sharp, boasting a perfect 100% win rate. Apparently, the stars (and pieces) align perfectly then.
- Endgame Enthusiast: More than half of the games reach the endgame, showcasing resilience and strategic patience.
- Comeback Kid: Losing a piece isn’t a death sentence—aakarib bounces back with a 74% comeback success rate.
Notable Rivalries & Records
Facing some opponents multiple times has resulted in some near-perfect win streaks, including a sterling 100% against the likes of chiefbuck45 and farmazonizm. And while aakarib has some nemeses with zero wins (because every hero needs a worthy adversary), the spirit of battle remains undefeated.
Whether your style is strategic maneuvering or tactical fireworks, aakarib's playbook includes a healthy dose of both—and a good sense of humor about the occasional disastrous blunder.
In summary, aakarib is the perfect example of a player who embraces every win, learns from every loss, and keeps moving forward—one brilliant checkmate at a time.
Ready to challenge aakarib? Beware: At 8 PM, this player’s sense of timing—and sense of humor—are both unbeatable.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| itzsabik | 32W / 12L / 3D | View Games |
| drsurgsinchan | 8W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| hanjala_77 | 4W / 4L / 1D | View Games |
| rizalmas | 6W / 3L / 0D | View Games |
| sasikala890 | 3W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 365 | 266 | 417 | |
| 2024 | 371 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 175W / 115L / 18D | 154W / 150L / 10D | 53.8 |
| 2024 | 1W / 0L / 1D | 0W / 1L / 0D | 50.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 71.4% |
| Undefined | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 25.0% |
| Reti Opening | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Indian Game Knights Variation | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Bishops Opening | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undefined | 28 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 64.3% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 28 | 15 | 12 | 1 | 53.6% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 15 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 66.7% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 13 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 15.4% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 11 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 27.3% |
| French Defense | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 30.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 85.7% |
| French Defense Normal Variation | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 71 | 37 | 32 | 2 | 52.1% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 16 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Undefined | 15 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 66.7% |
| French Defense Knight Variation | 15 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 53.3% |
| Englund Gambit | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 61.5% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 11 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 54.5% |
| French Defense | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 63.6% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense | 9 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 33.3% |
| French Defense Normal Variation | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Mieses Opening | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 85.7% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 10 | 2 |
| Losing | 7 | 0 |