Антоха 228 – The Chess Enigma
Meet Антоха 228, also known in the chess realm as AntonKapinos, a rapid-paced strategist with a knack for both brilliant comebacks and occasional tilt moments. His chess journey is a rollercoaster filled with intense battles, surprising upsets, and a persistent spirit that refuses to resign early – well, maybe just 20.93% of the time!
Rating Odyssey
With a peak Rapid rating of 401 achieved in December 2024, Антоха 228 made his mark with notable resilience. His Blitz peak was even flashier at 462 in May 2025, proving he’s no stranger to lightning-fast decisions – sometimes successful, sometimes... less so. His Bullet games are a bit more quaint, with fewer appearances and a tidy peak of 289. Daily chess isn’t his main playground, but a perfect 400 rating there shows he’s no slouch when he wants to be.
Playing Style & Tactical Quirks
- Comeback Artist: When down a piece, Антоха fights back with a commendable 37.86% win rate, showing he doesn't give up without a fight.
- Endgame Frequency: About 26% of his games reach the endgame, signaling a balanced approach – not overly reckless, but eager for strategic depth.
- Average Moves per Win: Close to 40 moves mean - patience is a virtue, and Антоха shows plenty of it before sealing the game.
- Early Resignation Rate: 20.93% suggests sometimes he admits defeat quickly, maybe to save brain cells for the next battle.
Opening Surprises
Антоха has a particular fondness for the King's Pawn Opening, especially the King's Knight Variation, boasting a solid 72.73% win rate there. He's not afraid to dabble in less glamorous defenses like the Scandinavian Defense though, with less luck (0% wins in rapid), but hey, it's all about the experience, right? His blitz openings include a 100% win record in tricky lines like the Alekhine’s Defense and Reti Opening, suggesting that fast games bring out the creativity.
Hot Takes from the Scoreboard
Overall, Антоха’s rapid record balances out around 63 wins against 70 losses with a handful of draws, proof that chess is a fierce battlefield where every game counts. His longest winning streak is a respectable 7 games, though the cold reality of a 7-game losing streak also lurks in his history. The psychological tilt factor of 7 reveals he's human after all, occasionally feeling the pangs of frustration.
Legendary Games
One of Антоха’s recent masterpieces culminated in a swift checkmate against Atif-12 during a rapid game, showcasing his ability to exploit the French Defense with style and precision. Conversely, a recent hiccup came at the hands of rihan564 via a brutal checkmate in a Pirc Defense clash, reminding us even champions have their off days.
When Does Антоха Shine?
Contrary to the old chess adage that mornings are slow, Антоха’s peak performance hour is around 10:00 AM with an impressive 100% win chance at that hour – perhaps fueled by a strong coffee or the freshness of mind before the day’s chaos.
Fun Fact
Антоха’s win rate on Sundays is nearly 59%, making it the ideal day to challenge him—if you dare. Maybe it’s the weekend vibes or just sheer determination to relax with a win!
Hi Антоха 228! 🎉
You have an energetic, tactical style that often overwhelms opponents rated below you, as shown in your quick wins vs. roopblr and rihan564. When positions open up you spot mating patterns quickly and calculate forcing sequences with confidence. Your current personal best is 463 (2025-06-24). Nice work!
What you’re already doing well
- Killer instinct: You convert advantages fast. Every one of your recent wins ended in under 15 moves or a direct mating attack.
- Tactical vision: Double checks (9…Qxa1+!), back-rank mates and queen sacrifices appear frequently in your games; you rarely miss basic forks or pins.
- Clock management: You play 10-minute games and still finish with 2-3 minutes left, proving you’re comfortable with the time control.
Key growth areas for the next 4–6 weeks
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Opening fundamentals before fireworks
• Early queen moves (2.Qf3/2.Qf6) work against 100-200 Elo opposition, but stronger players punish them (see loss vs. rihan564 and vs. 20Violeta).
• Replace Q out first with a principled setup. As White: try the Italian Game (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4) or Scotch (3.d4). As Black against 1.e4: experiment with the Scandinavian (1…d5) or simple 1…e5 lines so you develop naturally.
• Goal: reach move 8 with all minor pieces developed and king castled in 75 % of games. -
King safety & defense
• In the lost Pirc game you castled long after your king had been dragged to e8, allowing …Qxf1#.
• Drill defensive motifs: back-rank weakness, perpetual checks, and how to meet sacrifices around h7/h2.
• Tip: Before launching g- and h-pawns, ask, “Where will my king be safe if the center breaks?” -
Endgame essentials
• Most games finish early, but the few that reach move 30 show hesitation converting material (e.g. 32.Re7? in your loss allowed counterplay).
• Study the “four must-knows”: king + pawn vs. king, opposition, basic rook endings, and the Lucena/Philidor positions.
Action plan
| Week | Focus | Tasks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Openings | Build an Italian Game repertoire, watch one 20-minute video, and play 10 rapid games using it. |
| 2 | Defense | 50 puzzles on “preventing mate”; annotate your next lost game highlighting every move that ignored king safety. |
| 3 | Endgames | Solve 30 pawn-end puzzles; play 5 “endgame sparring” positions vs. computer starting from equal rook endings. |
| 4-6 | Integration | Alternate between opening study and endgame drills; aim for a puzzle-rush score +10 above current best. |
Quick demo: a safer opening start
Compare your usual 1.e4 e5 2.Qf3?! with this classical development:
Notice how every piece helps control the center and the queen stays home until a clear target appears.
Track your progress
Check these dashboards after 25 games to confirm improvements:
- Activity pattern:
- Consistency:
Mindset checkpoint
Each time you feel the urge to grab a pawn or launch an immediate mate, pause and do a 10-second blunder check: “What is my opponent’s next move?” This habit alone can save 100+ rating points.
Vocabulary booster
Learn one strategic term per week—for instance, Zugzwang. Being able to name ideas speeds up thinking during play.
Closing encouragement
Your tactical flair is a valuable asset; couple it with solid foundations and you’ll break 400 Elo in no time. Keep the pieces coordinated, castle early, and enjoy the climb. See you at the next training session!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| kiksourah | 1W / 3L / 0D | |
| alesyasoplezhueva27 | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
| chessguy10_x | 0W / 2L / 0D | |
| chookoklim | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
| gennol | 2W / 0L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 389 | 151 | 464 | 348 |
| 2024 | 233 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 119W / 104L / 10D | 109W / 109L / 11D | 36.0 |
| 2024 | 3W / 3L / 0D | 2W / 5L / 0D | 50.5 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 159 | 83 | 69 | 7 | 52.2% |
| Elephant Gambit | 42 | 21 | 20 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 40 | 23 | 14 | 3 | 57.5% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 27 | 11 | 14 | 2 | 40.7% |
| Barnes Defense | 23 | 12 | 10 | 1 | 52.2% |
| Bishop's Opening | 22 | 9 | 11 | 2 | 40.9% |
| Australian Defense | 15 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 53.3% |
| Alekhine Defense | 15 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Center Game | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 64.3% |
| Amazon Attack | 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Australian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Center Game | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Elephant Gambit | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Center Game | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Alekhine Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Colle: 3...Bf5, Alekhine Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| QGA: 3.e3 c5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 10 | 0 |
| Losing | 7 | 1 |