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AllieW

Playing Since: 2017-03-23 (Active)

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Daily: 1822
27W / 19L / 0D
Rapid: 2103
135W / 76L / 11D
Blitz: 2043
4318W / 4655L / 405D
Bullet: 1926
3197W / 3411L / 258D

Meet AllieW: The Chess Enigma

AllieW is not your average chess enthusiast — this player has been dancing with the 64 squares since at least 2017, climbing the rating ladder with a mix of pinpoint strategic plays and the occasional dramatic flair. With a peak Blitz rating of 2317 achieved in early 2024, AllieW proves to be a fast thinker capable of dazzling moves under time pressure. If rapid-fire battles are more your style, the impressive Bullet rating soaring to 2439 in 2022 should make you sit up and take notice.

The Stats That Tell a Story

With a staggering number of blitz games logged — over 11,000 — AllieW is a true battlefield veteran. The win/loss record might look like a rollercoaster (5371 wins vs. 5376 losses), but every lost game is a stepping stone to future victory. Rapid and daily games reflect the same passion, with win rates hovering around the mid-fifties to sixties depending on the format.

Opening Moves: Classified

While detailed openings remain a well-guarded secret (or "Top Secret," as classified in the stats!), AllieW also dabbles in the classics like the Queen's Gambit Declined – Three Knights Harrwitz Attack and even gambits like the Sicilian Defense Smith Morra Gambit — sometimes taking the chess community by surprise! But whether opening with a bold gambit or a subtle positional squeeze, AllieW's approach adapts effortlessly.

Playing Style & Quirks

Patience is a virtue, and AllieW has it in spades — boasting an endgame frequency of over 72%, battles here are long, tricky, and rewarding for those with stamina. The average winning game clocks in at nearly 68 moves, proving this player prefers a thoughtful, endgame-focused approach rather than quick tricks.

Yet don’t let that fool you – the comeback rate is a whopping 79.5%! This is a player who doesn’t just give up when down a piece; AllieW fights fiercely, turning apparent defeats into victories with tactical wizardry.

Beware psychological warfare — with a tilt factor of 24, every human moment counts. Still, the best time to catch AllieW is around 4 AM, presumably burning the midnight oil (or early morning coffee) to perfect their next masterpiece.

Recent Battles

AllieW’s latest victories are gems of patience and precision. In one memorable daily game, AllieW mastered the London System, gracefully extracting a resignation from the opponent after a long strategic contest. More recently, a tough blitz loss to a top contender and a bullet defeat remind us even the best have off days – but hey, it’s all part of the journey.

Opponent Records and Performance

AllieW has faced a vast array of opponents – from loyal rivals like showy2 with 188 showdowns, to many players who never quite cracked the code, thanks to some undefeated runs against specific opponents. Respect for an anonymized "Top Secret" opening choice remains strong, weaving mystery into an already fascinating gameplay experience.

The Verdict

Whether you’re a lover of lightning-fast bullet games or the deep, strategic rides of daily chess, AllieW brings a blend of dogged determination, tactical flair, and enough humor to remind us that chess is as fun as it is fierce. Expect epic endgames, surprising comebacks, and a dash of mystery every time their username pops up on your opponent list.


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Overall Progress

AllieW, your recent rapid games reflect strong and consistent improvement. A notable rating increase of 159 points over the past month demonstrates significant progress, and your strength adjusted win rate of approximately 59% confirms a solid performance level against your opponents.

Your positive rating trend slopes across 1, 3, 6, and 12 months indicate sustained improvement and growth in your play.

Game Highlights and Style

  • You have a good grasp of openings like the London System and the Alekhine’s Defense as evidenced in your wins. Your play often incorporates timely tactical strikes and pressure on opponent weaknesses.
  • In games where you won by resignation or checkmate, you demonstrated ability to convert material advantage into winning endgames, such as promoting pawns or coordinating your pieces effectively in the endgame phase.
  • Your use of active piece play and pressure on central and kingside areas shows a proactive approach that often forces opponents into defensive stances.

Areas for Improvement

Reviewing your losses reveals some opportunities for growth:

  • Opening consistency: While you employ diverse and solid openings, some losses hint at challenges handling opponents’ counter-play especially in the Queen’s Gambit Declined and Caro-Kann lines. Studying key ideas and common plans within these openings could improve your resilience.
  • Middle game transitions: Pay attention to exchanging pieces and pawn structure changes. In some games, premature exchanges or imprecise pawn moves allowed opponents to seize the initiative.
  • Time management: Several games show fluctuating clock values. Maintaining a balanced use of time can help avoid rushed moves and improve calculation accuracy.

Analyzing these areas in your losses can help convert close games into wins in the future.

Recommended Next Steps

  • Deepen your study in key openings you frequently encounter, especially those reflected in both wins and losses like the Queen's Gambit Declined and the Caro-Kann Defense.
  • Focus on improving middle game planning and transitioning smoothly into favorable endgames by reviewing tactical motifs and typical positional plans.
  • Practice time control games emphasizing steady pacing to avoid clock pressure and last-minute errors.
  • Consider reviewing some of your winning games by replaying critical positions (for example,

    ) to recognize how you apply strong tactical and strategic decisions.

Final Thoughts

Your recent performances show exciting growth and a promising path forward. Keep focusing on consistency, studying your openings and critical moments in your games, and managing your time well. Your improving rating curve is a strong indicator that your efforts are paying off.

Keep up the good work, and enjoy your journey of continuous improvement in chess!



🆚 Opponent Insights

Most Played Opponents
showy2 47W / 122L / 19D View Games
Keith Jeffrey Khumalo 15W / 98L / 3D View Games
dihang 60W / 5L / 1D View Games
roddells 48W / 13L / 2D View Games
cyberfrost2000 42W / 13L / 3D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 1926 2043 1822
2024 2125 2181 1528
2023 2239 2103
2022 2305 2126 2011
2021 2210 2146 2011
2020 2253 2212 2066
2019 1911 2126 2003
2018 1880 2043 2020 1100
2017 1493 1696 1820 800
Rating by Year2017201820192020202120222023202420252305800YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 19W / 15L / 0D 19W / 17L / 1D 64.4
2024 15W / 10L / 0D 17W / 17L / 0D 21.6
2023 33W / 31L / 8D 35W / 34L / 4D 82.5
2022 164W / 110L / 14D 164W / 109L / 24D 77.5
2021 747W / 767L / 58D 727W / 782L / 57D 72.2
2020 961W / 909L / 87D 898W / 984L / 92D 79.7
2019 870W / 858L / 59D 835W / 903L / 74D 72.1
2018 1303W / 1185L / 80D 1160W / 1343L / 85D 62.3
2017 495W / 448L / 25D 474W / 451L / 28D 63.1

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown 1069 632 436 1 59.1%
Caro-Kann Defense 612 299 284 29 48.9%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 464 223 221 20 48.1%
Scandinavian Defense 413 235 160 18 56.9%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 298 135 151 12 45.3%
Sicilian Defense 297 127 153 17 42.8%
Czech Defense 277 122 144 11 44.0%
Amar Gambit 251 127 114 10 50.6%
French Defense 242 120 115 7 49.6%
Barnes Defense 209 114 87 8 54.5%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amar Gambit 677 324 336 17 47.9%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 457 202 241 14 44.2%
Caro-Kann Defense 349 168 166 15 48.1%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 306 141 142 23 46.1%
Czech Defense 298 139 152 7 46.6%
Scandinavian Defense 275 150 118 7 54.5%
French Defense 244 126 106 12 51.6%
Australian Defense 187 103 73 11 55.1%
Modern 177 85 83 9 48.0%
Alekhine Defense 168 79 82 7 47.0%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 7 1 6 0 14.3%
French Defense: Advance Variation 3 2 0 1 66.7%
Benoni Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Modern 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Australian Defense 2 1 1 0 50.0%
French Defense 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Amazon Attack 2 1 1 0 50.0%
QGD: 4.Nf3 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 23 1
Losing 24 0
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