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Playing Since: 2024-11-11 (Active)

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Blitz: 2933
400W / 367L / 48D
Bullet: 2534
7W / 4L / 0D

Profile: ArticMonkayss, International Master

Meet ArticMonkayss, the International Master who dominates the chessboard with a frosty calm and a monkey’s mischievous grin. Since earning their IM title from FIDE, ArticMonkayss has been on a meteoric rise in the world of blitz and bullet chess, proving that speed and strategy can tango harmoniously — with a dash of cheeky flair.

Rating & Style

Peaking at an astonishing 2958 in blitz in May 2025, and a bullet rating soaring past 2500, ArticMonkayss is a force to be reckoned with even under the pressure of a ticking clock. Known for a near-zero patience for early resignations, they play long battles averaging over 80 moves per win and loss — a testament to both stamina and strategic depth. Whether controlling the white or black pieces, their win rates are a respectable 52.38% and 45.93% respectively.

Playing Habits

With an endgame frequency of nearly 80%, this player shows a fondness for grinding out wins in the final phase. Despite a tilt factor of 10, suggesting the occasional frustration, ArticMonkayss bounces back with an impressive 87.64% comeback rate. When losing a piece, their fighting spirit still shines through with a 47.27% win rate — turning setbacks into opportunities for tactical ninja moves.

Opening Repertoire — Top Secret (Until Now)

The mystery style deserves its name: over 350 blitz games under the cryptic "Top Secret" opening, boasting a win rate just shy of 51%. When not cloaked in secrecy, openings like the English Opening (King’s English Variation) and the Sicilian Defense Canal Attack yield around 67% wins — clearly signature weapons in ArticMonkayss’ arsenal. The Ruy Lopez Morphy Defense Modern Steinitz is another secret weapon with an 80% success rate, proving this player knows how to mix classic theory with modern flair.

Streaks & Opponents

The longest winning streak hit 8 games, while a rough patch saw a 10-game losing streak — because even iced monkeys slip on the banana peels sometimes. Notably, ArticMonkayss maintains a dominating record against some opponents, obliterating foes like araratknight, gmasterkiller, and drago89 with a flawless 100% win rate, yet struggles hilariously against a few like theconquerer with a 0% win rate — proving there are always dragons to slay.

Time & Day Preferences

When asked about peak performance, ArticMonkayss smirks and says it’s all about that 9PM hour — boasting a perfect 100% win rate then. Sundays are their lucky charm with nearly 67% wins, while Fridays are apparently poker night, with a modest 37% success rate.

Legendary Recent Matches

Their most recent victory? A thrilling battle in the Sicilian Defense (Open Najdorf Amsterdam Variation) won on time, where ArticMonkayss snatched a last-minute win with classic tactics and nerve of steel. Losses come with stories — like the recent one to Brewington_Hardaway in a Reti Opening, reminding everyone even wizards have off days.

Why Follow ArticMonkayss?

Whether it’s their relentless endgame prowess, cheeky opening surprises, or simply their knack for turning losses into epic comebacks, ArticMonkayss embodies the unpredictable spirit of modern chess. A blend of icy focus, monkey-like agility, and a dash of mystery, following this IM is like watching a grandmaster tightrope walk over a jungle gym of pawns and knights. Prepare to be entertained and enlightened.


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Overview of your bullet game performance

You have been playing fast, dynamic games and have a solid win rate in a range of sharp openings. Your results show you are comfortable navigating tactical melees and seizing opportunities when they arise. The data indicates you perform well when you stick to a few trusted ideas and keep the game active from the start.

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What you’re doing well

  • You handle a variety of aggressive openings with confidence, including Caro-Kann Panov Attack, Sicilian styles, and flexible Scandinavian setups. This pays off when your opponent cedes central space and you gain initiative.
  • Quick piece development and early king safety help you reach favorable middlegame formations more often than not.
  • You show tactical awareness that allows you to convert favorable moments into concrete wins, especially when you have active rooks and open files guiding attacks.

Areas to improve

  • Build a tighter, focused opening repertoire for bullet. Pick 2 white lines and 2 black responses you understand deeply, so you can make fast, confident decisions rather than exploring many options on the fly.
  • Strengthen endgame technique. When games simplify, practice common rook-and-pawn endings and basic king activity to convert advantages more reliably.
  • Improve time management in the early middlegame. Set a quick plan for the first 8–12 moves and aim to keep at least a small reserve of time for critical moments later in the game.
  • Sharpen calculation for critical moments. Before committing to a tactical line, look for forcing moves first and verify the opponent’s main counterplays to avoid tactical traps.

Openings performance snapshot

Your results show strength in several active systems. Consider focusing on a compact subset to deepen your understanding and reduce decision fatigue in bullet games. Some openings you’ve performed well in include:

  • Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack. Strong when you’re ready to challenge the center and keep lines open for your pieces. Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack
  • Sicilian Defense and related variations. You’ve shown comfort initiating sharp play and creating imbalances that favor you in the middlegame. Sicilian Defense
  • Scandinavian Defense and Petrov’s Defense. Solid, solidifying lines that lead to clear middlegame plans. Scandinavian Defense
  • Bird Opening and French/Burn Variation lines. Your willingness to experiment can yield surprising tactical chances; balance it with solid follow-through. Bird Opening

For focused study, you might start by reviewing these opening ideas in depth: Sicilian Defense: Closed and Caro-Kann Panov Attack

Practice plan and next steps

  • Choose 2 white and 2 black openings to master this week. Build a simple, repeatable plan for each (development, central break, typical middlegame ideas, and common endgames).
  • Daily tactical work: 10–15 minutes of puzzles to sharpen short, forced lines and improve accuracy under time pressure.
  • Endgame drills: practice rook endings and queen endings from common positions to improve conversion in bullet games.
  • Dedicated opening review: watch or read quick tutorials on your chosen openings, focusing on typical middlegame plans and common traps.
  • Review your recent games to identify repeat mistakes (blunders, overextensions, or missed developments) and create a short checklist to run through in the first 8 moves of a new game.

Sample practice material

To keep your study concrete, you can explore these example material blocks. You can load them into a board viewer for quick practice:

  • Opening concept: Caro-Kann Panov Attack—focus on piece activity and central control.
  • Endgame drill: rook endings with opposite-colored pawns—practice simple maneuvers to convert advantages.
  • Pattern recognition: quick tactical motifs (forks, skewers, discovered attacks) in 5–7 move sequences.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
Artavazd Hayrapetyan 1W / 0L / 0D
Amilal Munkhdalai 2W / 1L / 0D
Oleg Vastrukhin 1W / 2L / 0D
fishanick 1W / 0L / 0D
ixcii 2W / 1L / 0D
name-505 1W / 0L / 0D
Seo Jungmin 5W / 1L / 0D
Aleksandr Shimanov 0W / 1L / 0D
weeknddiehardfan 0W / 1L / 0D
koroshalizadegan 1W / 0L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
Ethan Sheehan 2W / 9L / 1D
Daniel Naroditsky 4W / 5L / 0D
Ivan Vihor Krsnik Cohar 3W / 4L / 0D
Joaquin Fiorito 3W / 3L / 1D
Shazil Shehzad 3W / 4L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2534 2961
2024 2614
Rating by Year2024202529612614YearRatingBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 190W / 171L / 17D 175W / 178L / 25D 87.4
2024 20W / 7L / 1D 18W / 6L / 2D 68.1

Openings: Most Played

Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 54 25 29 0 46.3%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 39 20 17 2 51.3%
Italian Game: Two Knights Defense 24 16 4 4 66.7%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 22 12 8 2 54.5%
Scandinavian Defense 21 9 10 2 42.9%
Four Knights Game 16 11 4 1 68.8%
Döry Defense 15 6 9 0 40.0%
Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line 15 7 8 0 46.7%
Ruy Lopez: Brix Variation 15 6 8 1 40.0%
Slav Defense 14 5 8 1 35.7%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense: Closed 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Scandinavian Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Sicilian Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Petrov's Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%
French Defense: Burn Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Bird Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Amazon Attack 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 8 1
Losing 10 0