Alfela09

Alfela09: The Relentless Rook Rider

Meet Alfela09, a determined blitz battler who dances on the chessboard like a whirlwind with a rating that’s been steadily marching north, recently peaking at an impressive 1282 in March 2025. With a passion for rapid and blitz games, this player refuses to sit still, averaging over 70 moves per win, proving that patience can sometimes outlast speed.

Alfela09’s style is a blend of gritty resilience and strategic endurance. Known for an 81.68% comeback rate, they don't mind losing a piece here and there — about 43% of the time, they turn those setbacks into sweet victories. Early resignations are rare (just 1.24%), showcasing a fighting spirit that’s in it for the long haul, often reaching endgames nearly 76% of the time.

White squares or black squares, it’s a balanced affair with a White win rate just over the 50% mark and a slightly more modest 43.5% when playing Black, but don’t be fooled — losses and wins are practically neck and neck in blitz battles (6635 wins to 6606 losses). Alfela09 thrives on competition, holding their own against a myriad of opponents, often engaging in epic duels and long game sessions.

Opening repertoire? Expect the unexpected! While the Van Geet Opening and Queen's Pawn Chigorin Variation are fan favorites with nearly equal win rates hovering around 50%, Alfela09 is not shy about dabbling in the Four Knights Game or the sometimes mysterious ‘Top Secret’, where their adventures are a little more explosive.

The tactical wizardry shows especially in critical moments. With a psychological tilt factor of 13, Alfela09 maintains cool nerves, often playing their best between 11 AM, a time when the mind is sharp and the coffee is fresh (or so we hope!). The player enjoys playing on Tuesday evenings around 9 PM, where their win rate spikes to nearly 50%, suggesting a schedule well-suited for victory.

Recent matches reveal a flair for dramatic finishes, with memorable victories including checkmates and strategic resignations, like a recent graceful win against andresmejmat by checkmate in a thrilling Four Knights Game or a tactical resignation victory over Gu9lly16 in a Scotch Game battle, proving that Alfela09 can both finish strong and keep the pressure on until the last rook falls.

When not plotting on the 64 squares, Alfela09 might be found perfecting openings, learning from losses (there’s a few, but who’s counting?), or just telling their opponents to bring it on. Chess might be a battle of kings, but for Alfela09 it’s an adventurous journey full of blunders, comebacks, and those oh-so-satisfying checkmates.

Follow the rise of Alfela09 — the player who reminds us all that whether you win or lose, the game is always on.