Taulani Tukiran

Taulani Tukiran (aka akulatj)

Meet Taulani Tukiran, a chess virtuoso who has been quietly storming the ranks since 2012. Known to some as "akulatj" — which sounds like a secret agent alias, but is really a master of blitz, rapid, bullet, and daily chess battles.

Rating Evolution & Playing Strength

Starting with a respectable blitz rating in the mid-1800s and daily nearing 1900 in 2012, Taulani steadily improved over the years, even touching a peak rapid rating over 2000. By 2024, they’re cruising through blitz games at around 1700–1800 and still rapid-proof with strong performances in bullet and daily formats. Whether it’s a quick-fire bullet game or a slow-burn daily strategy, Taulani brings the heat!

Playing Style & Chess Personality

With an average of 64 moves per win and a surprising increase to 71 moves per loss, Taulani clearly fights to the last pawn. They are known for a high endgame frequency (70%) — meaning when the dust settles on the board, this player is ready to outmaneuver even the sneakiest opponent.

Taulani’s mental toughness shines through with an impressive comeback rate of 78%, and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece, proving that surrender is not in their vocabulary. However, don’t mention "tilt" — their tilt factor clocks in at 62, suggesting even grandmasters have their moments after a blunder!

Signature Openings & Tactical Prowess

When it comes to openings, Taulani likes to keep opponents guessing — a close relationship with the Nimzowitsch Defense and Danish Gambit, boasting win rates of 70% to 84% across different time controls. Apparently, opposing knights and pawns groan in advance whenever these lines appear on the board.

Record & Streaks

With over 12,000 wins combined across all the time controls and some jaw-dropping winning streaks up to 27 games, Taulani's chess prowess is no joking matter. Their current winning streak is a confident 4 wins, proving that ‘akulatj’ isn’t just a username — it’s a statement.

Fun Facts

• Apparently, Taulani has never lost a game right after losing a piece. Ever.
• Most victorious on Fridays and at 1 AM — clearly prefers chess when the world is asleep.
• Known opponent nemeses include “ronaldms1” (win rate 0%) — everyone has a kryptonite.

All in all, Taulani Tukiran is a formidable chess player with a love for tactical skirmishes, long, drawn-out endgames, and a flair for dramatic comebacks. Whether blitzing in under five minutes or contemplating daily moves, Taulani’s chess story is still unfolding — and trust us, it’s a fascinating read for any chess enthusiast.