Akash Karmakar

Akash Karmakar (aka Akash-111z): The Chess Enthusiast with a Twist

Meet Akash Karmakar, a spirited player navigating the thrilling rollercoaster of online chess. Currently rocking a Blitz peak rating of 864, a Bullet high of 321, and a Rapid best at 687, Akash’s journey on the 64 squares is full of ups, downs, and some spectacularly creative moments.

Not one to shy away from a challenge, Akash thrives in Rapid games, where his average moves per win climb just shy of 50, demonstrating a strategic patience and love for the long game. Yet, don’t mistake patience for passivity; his comeback rate is an impressive 69.07%, proving that even when the odds look grim (or a piece has been lost), Akash fights back with tenacity.

A master of psychological warfare? Maybe. With a tilt factor sitting moderately at 10 and known to hit his peak playing hours in the wee hours (around 2 AM!), Akash embodies the nocturnal chess warrior archetype. He wins more often when the stars align at odd hours — possibly fueled by midnight snacks or sheer stubbornness.

His win/loss record tells a story of fierce competitiveness: roughly 690 wins against 660 losses in Rapid alone, and a solid preference for resignations over letting games drag into endless stalemates. Akash’s gameplay reveals a fondness for Kings Pawn Openings and a cheeky penchant for the Scandinavian Defense, sometimes even daring to lead with the Englund Gambit — a bold choice that might raise eyebrows but keeps opponents on their toes.

Playing Style Quirks

• Often resigns early if the game isn’t going his way — saves time for the next battle.
• Shows more success playing white with just under 50% win rate versus black’s 46.59% — white side definitely has the home court advantage.
• Despite some losing streaks (longest hitting 10 games), Akash’s persistence to fight back (comeback rate 69%) sets him apart.

Recent Triumphs and Tribulations

Akash’s latest memorable win was a thrilling rapid checkmate against engengel22, executed flawlessly in under 19 moves via the Scandinavian Defense — a move that would impress even seasoned grandmasters (or at least confuse their opening repertoire).

On the flip side, losses to tough opponents like Alexandr-Lobovich and WhereIsMyCookie remind us that even the best have their off days, but with his resilience, Akash is always ready for the rematch.

In Conclusion

With a quirky and spirited chess journey, Akash Karmakar is the kind of player who mixes good tactics with a dash of humor and pads the chess forums with stories of both genius moves and hilarious “oops” moments. Whether playing for the rush or the sheer love of the game, Akash keeps showing that it’s not just about the rating, but the joy of every pawn push and checkmate delivered.

Pro tip: Challenge him early in the morning—you might just catch the legendary Akash-111z at his 2 AM best.