Alex Arias Igual - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Known to friends and foes alike as AlejandroArias, Alex Arias Igual is not just your run-of-the-mill chess player. This FIDE Master has danced their pieces across the 64 squares with a style that screams both brilliance and a sprinkle of cheeky flair.
A Blitz Blizzard
Alex's forte lies in the lightning-fast world of Blitz chess, where their rating has soared from an innocent 1369 in 2014 to an impressive peak above 2400! With over 3000 blitz games under their belt and a nearly 50% win rate, they are a force to be reckoned with who knows how to keep opponents on their toes. Fun fact: Alex sometimes wins so fast, opponents wonder if their internet lagged or if it was actual chess magic.
Bullet Moves and Rapid Fire
In the frenzy that is Bullet chess, Alex shows remarkable agility, achieving win percentages consistently around 50%, with some peaks near 64% in Rapid games. A true speedster, their brain works at a gigahertz pace, making them both a thrilling and terrifying opponent when the clock ticks down.
Playing Style - The Long Game with a Tactical Twist
Patience may not be every chess player's virtue, but with an average of over 70 moves in wins and nearly 80 in losses, Alex proves they can play the long game. Endgame frequency is above 80%, showcasing their stamina and deep understanding of those complex final phases where pawns become queens and dreams are made. An impressive comeback rate of nearly 87% means Alex never says die — losing a piece? No problem, they practically have victory programmed into their DNA.
Psychological Fortitude (or Fun With Tilt!)
Even the best have their off days — Alex’s “tilt factor” stands at 11, hinting at the occasional, very human moment when rage-quitting almost takes over (but hey, only about 1.1% early resignations). Despite this, their tactical acumen prevails, with a perfect track record of wins after losing a piece.
Notes From the Opponent Files
Alex has met many opponents, some multiple times (looking at you, pakchess1 and check_mate_lord), dominating with win rates often tipping the scales confidently above 60%. Friends have joked that Alex's chessboard is more like a battleground where only the toughest survive, and most don’t make it past the middle game.
When Does Alex Play?
Whether it’s the glorious Sunday afternoon or the mysterious 1 AM hour (with a crazy 66% win rate at that time), Alex adapts and conquers. Though their best time might be the sweet spot of 19:00 (6 PM) with an almost 57% win rate, it’s clear Alex’s game runs on more than just good timing—it’s all about the passion for the game.