Maximilian Meinhardt - International Master (FIDE)
Maximilian Meinhardt, playing under the enigmatic moniker Asteroxylon, is an International Master who combines steely nerves with a tactical mind sharp enough to slice through the toughest defenses. While life might have dealt some losses, Maximilian's blitz record is a rollercoaster of thrilling triumphs and nail-biting defeats—100 wins to 95 losses and 13 draws—that add spice to the journey of chess mastery.
A chess fanatic’s dream, Maximilian boasts a peak blitz rating of 2514 reached in early 2019, proving he’s not just quick on the clock but quick-witted too. Curiously, their daily rating holds steady at a solid 1800, showing that consistency is key— or perhaps they enjoy making opponents sweat just a bit longer.
Known for an impressive longest winning streak of 8 games and currently riding a 6-game winning streak, Maximilian's play is as relentless as a knight on a rampage. However, even titans stumble, with a longest losing streak of 5 reminding us this game is as humbling as it is exhilarating.
Playing Style & Special Feats
- Opening repertoire in daily games is an absolute fortress — 19 games with the top-secret opening remain undefeated. Maximilian has definitely cracked the code here.
- Comeback Specialist: A staggering 75.83% comeback rate, meaning no game is over until Maximilian’s king says “check, mate to you!”
- Psychological resilience is phenomenal, with a tilt factor of 5 — meaning if they do tilt, it’s barely noticeable compared to the chaos chess often brings.
- Best hours to catch Maximilian in full swing: Between midnight and 3 AM, where they enjoy a perfect 100% win rate at 0, 1, 2, and 3 o’clock — night owl? Chess owl? You decide.
Chess Highlights
Among many battles fought on virtual boards, one recent gem was a swift victory over iafflerbach in April 2025, opening with the Alekhine's Defense, Scandinavian Variation. In true IM fashion, Maximilian calmly dismantled the opponent’s defenses, forcing resignation with precise and relentless pressure — a move sequence to impress even the toughest grandmasters.
Off the board, Maximilian’s humor might just be as sharp as their endgame. If you ever wonder what happens when an IM plays against stubborn pawns and a clock that’s ticking louder than a bomb, just watch Maximilian: calm, collected, occasionally cheeky—and always, always winning (or making it interesting)!
In a nutshell, Maximilian Meinhardt is more than just a title — they are a strategic storyteller writing thrilling chess sagas one move at a time. Whether blitz or daily, expect the unexpected, and enjoy the spectacle.
