Eka Sutrisna

Eka Sutrisna (aka apay4) - The Rapid Fire Tactician

Meet Eka Sutrisna, a dynamic chess player known online as apay4, who has been shaking up the rapid chess scene in 2025 with a rollercoaster rating journey from a humble 215 to a peak of 635. Not bad for someone who plays like a caffeinated knight on a caffeine-fueled rampage!

Playing Style & Strengths

With an early resignation rate of 25%, Eka knows when to hold 'em and when to fold 'em — saving energy for battles worth fighting. Boasting an average of 31 moves per win, apay4 loves a well-fought game rather than quick-fire checkmates, although they can deliver surprise smacks with a 60% win rate as Black and an even stronger 66.67% with White. Their games often reflect strategic patience mingled with tactical flair, especially in openings like the King's Pawn Opening - King's Knight Variation, where apay4 has a proud 100% win record.

Recent Performance Highlights

In May 2025, Eka burst onto the rapid scene solidly, winning 7 games and only losing 4 in 11 rapid matches, while managing a current winning streak of 2 games after a dazzling 5-game winning streak earlier. They have a particular knack for beating long-time rival heri-danggo, boasting a flawless 100% win rate over them.

Signature Moves & Noteworthy Games

One of apay4's latest victories was a clever, speedy queen grab in just 9 moves against heri-danggo—checkmate by quick improvisation and calculated aggression. You can check out the game here and watch apay4’s queen dance circles around their opponent’s defenses.

Psychological Profile & Quirks

Though apay4 suffers from a tilt factor of 3 (translation: tries not to cry too much when the blitz gods conspire), their comeback rate sits at a respectable 28.57%. The player’s best time to strike is bright and early at 6 AM, a preference that suggests either a morning genius or a caffeine-fueled knightwarrior defeating foes before they’ve had their morning coffee.

Fun Facts

• Only draws when they absolutely can't win — their draw count proudly remains zero!
• Prefers rapid games but has zero recorded blitz or bullet games (possibly a secret slow-motion streamer).
• Despite a less-than-stellar record against some opponents like kittengirl4y789 and mugnoscarlsburg, apay4’s persistence never wanes.

In short, Eka Sutrisna is a player who embraces the brutal beauty of rapid chess with gusto, tactically sharp and psychologically resilient. Keep an eye on apay4 – they’re moving fast, hitting hard, and definitely putting the “mate” in checkmate!