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ALS2005 NM

Location: International

Playing Since: 2014-10-21 (Inactive)

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Daily: 1739
139W / 152L / 8D
Rapid: 2270
255W / 202L / 42D
Blitz: 2301
1541W / 1211L / 156D
Bullet: 2258
3162W / 2803L / 276D

ALS2005: The National Master with a Bullet Train Mind

ALS2005, a proud holder of the prestigious National Master title, is the kind of chess player whose moves hit the board faster than a bullet—quite literally. With a career stretching over a decade, ALS2005’s journey from a humble sub-1000 bullet rating in 2014 to soaring beyond 2400 in blitz and bullet formats is nothing short of legendary.

Starting around 2014, ALS2005 was cautiously climbing the ranks, averaging under 1200 in bullet games. But like a phoenix from the ashes, year by year, ALS2005’s game sharpened, blasting past 2300+ in bullet and blitz by 2021 and maintaining formidable ratings ever since. They mastered the rapid format too, proving that speed doesn’t always sacrifice depth, peaking near 2300 in rapid chess.

Known affectionately as “The Bullet Farmer” by fans (not just for playing blitz, but for reaping victories aplenty), ALS2005 boasts an impressive win rate hovering around 50%+ in bullet games — with over 2,900 wins recorded! In blitz and rapid, their winning percentages climb even higher, showing that when ALS2005 isn’t zooming through bullets, they’re calculating and conquering with precise timing.

Behind the stats lies a fierce competitor with an almost obsessive tactical awareness. ALS2005 has a 77.4% comeback rate and wins over 90% of games after losing a piece. So if you catch ALS2005 down a pawn, don’t count them out yet — they’ve perfected the art of turning tides and crushing hopes faster than a blitz game clock can tick down.

ALS2005 tends to play long games, averaging about 64 moves per win, showing patience and precision instead of rushing to premature resignations. Although early resignations happen (around 13%), that’s probably just tactical humility—why drag out a lost cause when you can start preparing the next masterpiece?

Humor aside, ALS2005’s psychological profile reveals the human side of a chess machine. With a tilt factor of 43 (chess players will understand) and a slight struggle adjusting from casual to rated games, ALS2005 still thrives under pressure with a solid psychological foundation and resilience that sets them apart.

Famous for a secret opening repertoire that “remains Top Secret” (and maybe a tad magical), ALS2005’s consistent shape-shifting playstyle and unpredictability keep opponents guessing. They boast perfect or near-perfect score streaks against notable usernames, proving that while their identity may be mysterious, their results speak volumes.

Off the board, fans describe ALS2005 as a bit of a quirky strategist who might lose track of time harnessing chess forces but always emerges ready for the next battle. Their winning streaks peak at an impressive 17 games, with a current winning streak of 1 — so watch out, the next streak might just be starting.
For anyone looking to learn from a mix of tactical wizardry, strategic patience, and lightning speed, ALS2005 is a player to study, admire, and maybe try to beat (if you dare).


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What You're Doing Well

Your recent bullet games show solid understanding of key openings such as the French Defense and Scandinavian Defense, where you maintain a winning rate above 50%. You are adept at tactical play and capitalizing on opponents' time pressure, as several wins were due to opponents losing on time.

  • Effective use of central control in openings, especially in the French Defense and Scandinavian Defense.
  • Good piece coordination in mid-game allowing you to press advantages and create threats.
  • Ability to maintain composure and manage time pressure better than many opponents in fast games.
  • Consistent use of well-studied opening systems matched with sound strategic plans.

Areas for Improvement

Your recent rating changes and trend slopes suggest some instability in performance, with a noticeable rating dip over the past 3 months. There are opportunities to improve your bullet game by focusing on specific aspects:

  • Time Management: Although some wins come from opponents timing out, you also lost on time in key games. Practice balancing speed with precision to avoid time trouble yourself.
  • Defense in Complex Positions: A few losses show difficulty in consolidating when under attack or down material. Try drills that focus on defensive resilience and counterplay.
  • Opening Variety and Preparation: While you excel in certain openings, diversifying your repertoire could help avoid predictability by opponents and improve adaptability.
  • Endgame Technique: Some games ended due to losing on time or missed conversion opportunities—study fundamental endgames to increase your conversion rate during time pressure.

Practical Tips for Bullet Improvement

  • Warm up briefly with tactical puzzles online to sharpen your pattern recognition and sharpen calculation speed.
  • Review key games focusing on moments when you fall behind on the clock—identify moves or decisions that could be faster or more automatic.
  • Practice common endgame patterns and simple checkmating techniques to close games efficiently even under time pressure.
  • Experiment with slightly simpler but solid openings to save precious seconds in early moves.
  • Stay calm and avoid unnecessary complications if you notice your clock running low; look for safe, practical moves.

Summary

Your strong opening knowledge and effective mid-game play provide a solid foundation. By improving clock management, defensive skills, and expanding your opening variety, you can significantly boost your bullet performance. Keep a close eye on your time usage to convert your good positions into wins more reliably. A focused approach to endgame fundamentals will also enhance your confidence during critical moments.



🆚 Opponent Insights

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dinodig-inactive 42W / 20L / 2D
Danila Poliannikov 23W / 33L / 6D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2258 1713
2024 2162 2300 2270
2023 2309 2165 2270 1739
2022 2211 2271 2270 1738
2021 2316 2343 2156 1614
2020 2014 1702 2207
2019 1961 2147 1596
2018 2014 2107 1767
2017 1845 2129 1828 1673
2016 1785 1641 1828 1224
2015 1625 1533 1738 1563
2014 1177 1222 1535
Rating by Year20142015201620172018201920202021202220232024202523431177YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 371W / 305L / 26D 351W / 319L / 38D 76.6
2024 77W / 74L / 6D 87W / 60L / 8D 75.8
2023 161W / 110L / 13D 149W / 128L / 14D 72.9
2022 522W / 425L / 43D 506W / 449L / 49D 76.7
2021 533W / 325L / 41D 483W / 358L / 42D 72.4
2020 112W / 86L / 5D 109W / 77L / 4D 36.3
2019 25W / 19L / 4D 27W / 20L / 3D 63.4
2018 192W / 138L / 12D 135W / 200L / 17D 77.1
2017 406W / 338L / 28D 352W / 371L / 39D 67.4
2016 383W / 341L / 27D 334W / 378L / 25D 43.4
2015 266W / 191L / 24D 260W / 195L / 22D 63.8
2014 14W / 25L / 3D 21W / 22L / 3D 66.0

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense 278 161 107 10 57.9%
French Defense 257 128 118 11 49.8%
Amar Gambit 244 124 102 18 50.8%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation 211 105 96 10 49.8%
Caro-Kann Defense 210 102 98 10 48.6%
Modern 203 103 96 4 50.7%
French Defense: Exchange Variation 199 105 87 7 52.8%
Czech Defense 182 101 75 6 55.5%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 170 77 81 12 45.3%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 166 87 73 6 52.4%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown 1032 523 509 0 50.7%
Caro-Kann Defense 112 62 46 4 55.4%
French Defense 99 62 33 4 62.6%
Barnes Defense 86 49 33 4 57.0%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation 86 43 38 5 50.0%
Scandinavian Defense 82 47 32 3 57.3%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 78 45 32 1 57.7%
Amar Gambit 78 52 26 0 66.7%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 72 34 36 2 47.2%
French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation 71 35 31 5 49.3%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown 34 8 26 0 23.5%
Barnes Defense 19 4 14 1 21.1%
French Defense: Winawer Variation, Advance Variation 16 14 2 0 87.5%
French Defense 9 5 4 0 55.6%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation 9 5 3 1 55.6%
Australian Defense 9 0 9 0 0.0%
French Defense: Advance Variation 9 5 4 0 55.6%
Caro-Kann Defense 7 2 5 0 28.6%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 7 3 3 1 42.9%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 6 3 3 0 50.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 17 0
Losing 43 2