Aristoteli Koutlemanis

Aristoteli Koutlemanis (aka ArisBaller)

Meet Aristoteli Koutlemanis, better known online by his cheeky handle ArisBaller. A player who dances on the blade between genius and chaos, Aristoteli has been carving his path through the chessboards since at least 2022. With a bullet rating that skyrocketed from humble beginnings around 665 to a peak flirting with 1200 in 2025, this fierce competitor shows no sign of slowing down.

Aristoteli is what some might call a “tactical tornado” — boasting an impressive comeback rate of over 81%, proving that even if the game seems lost, he’s often cooking up a sneaky reversal. His games are rich in thrilling drama: long endgames (averaging over 63 moves per win!), psychological resilience (though a modest tilt factor of 17 means he’s only mildly addicted to throwing the occasional chair), and a fondness for resigning a little early – about 7% of the time – because hey, life’s too short to play hopeless endings.

His preferred weaponry? The Scandinavian Defense and its many variations dominate his opening repertoire, not to mention a sharp flirtation with the Englund Gambit, which he wields with a wicked 70% win rate in bullet time controls and an equally respectable 63% in rapid games — talk about loving the spicy stuff! He’s also dabbled confidently in the Queen’s Pawn Opening and King’s Pawn Openings, making opponents wary from the first move.

Aristoteli shines brightest in rapid and blitz formats, climbing steadily to rapid ratings above 1300 and blitz peaks over 1260. Interestingly, his best time to crush opponents is around 10 AM — so mornings are pure gold for ArisBaller, while evenings seem to invite the occasional slip-up.

Perhaps the funniest fact of all? Despite all these numbers and gritty competitions, ArisBaller still manages to keep the win-loss record close to a rollercoaster ride — embodying both the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. With a longest winning streak of 15 games and a losing streak up to 17, Aristoteli is a true chess gladiator battling on multiple fronts.

Latest Triumph

On June 3, 2025, ArisBaller secured a sharp victory using the Owens Defense — a stylish dismantling of his opponent’s defenses that ended in resignation on move 37. This game highlighted his strategic depth and tactical sharpness, finishing with a queen foray that left no hope on the board. (View Game)

Conclusion

With a mix of sly strategy, a taste for gambits, and a resilient spirit that refuses to quit, Aristoteli “ArisBaller” Koutlemanis is the kind of player who’d rather electrify you with a surprise checkmate than bore you with slow moves. If you’re lucky enough to face him, beware — he’s got tricks up his sleeve and a charming knack for keeping you guessing until the very last move.