Magnus Orn Ulfarsson - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Magnus Orn Ulfarsson, also known online as AC130-Ghostrider, holds the respected title of FIDE Master awarded by FIDE. Proving that you don't have to be a grandmaster to be grand, Magnus has impressed the chess world with his tactical wizardry and endgame finesse.
His blitz rating peaked at a scorching 2646 in May 2025, warming up the 64 squares like a chessboard barbecue. With an extensive blitz game history topping 10,000 wins, Magnus is no stranger to fast-paced mind battles. His rapid and bullet skills also sparkle, with peak ratings of 1914 and 2465 respectively, showing versatility across all time controls.
What sets Magnus apart is not only his skill but also his impressive comeback ability—with nearly 86% comeback rate after setbacks—and his patience, enduring an average of over 73 moves per win. He’s got an endgame frequency of over 83%, preferring to win when the pawns are lonely, and the kings are fighting it out doggedly. Magnus is a master of resilience with a tilt factor of just 11, which means he keeps his cool even when the chess gods are being especially mischievous.
His recent victories include a thrilling game where he outmaneuvered his opponent in a Sicilian Defense, Smith-Morra Gambit Declined — Push Variation, ultimately winning by resignation in under 50 moves (you can check out the dizzying dance here). There’s no shortage of determination, and if opponents want to face him at his best, midnight rounds might not be the best, since he thrives at 1 AM, which is officially his "Best Time of Day to Play."
Magnus’s style? Wise and witty with a slight preference for white pieces (winning about 54.6% of the time), balanced but optimistic when playing black, and a tough competitor who rarely folds early (early resignation rate is under 10%—because why give up when there's a chance?). Whether it’s tactical skirmishes or positional sieges, Magnus is your guy, who proves chess is both an art and a battle (with a dash of humor).
Fun fact: His username AC130-Ghostrider suggests he might prefer piloting battle machines in virtual games, but on the chessboard, he’s all about precise strikes and calculated moves!