Lorand Bela Kis - National Master Extraordinaire
Meet Lorand Bela Kis, a chess warrior who proudly holds the title of National Master. Whether wearing the white or black pieces, Lorand marches onto the 64 squares with a relentless spirit and tactical wizardry that leaves opponents scratching their heads – or their chins – in disbelief.
Starting their competitive journey over a decade ago, BelaKis swiftly climbed the rating ladder, flirting with a blitz peak at nearly 2450 and boasting bullet ratings that occasionally flirted with the 2500 mark. With over 13,000 blitz games under their belt, they've proven resilience is key, not just skill, as their win-loss record shows they've survived more battles than a medieval knight.
Known for an astonishing 85.56% comeback rate and winning every single game after losing a piece (yes, 100% win rate post-piece loss – no pressure!), Lorand is the embodiment of “never say die” in chess. This is the player who might smile, lose the queen, and then teach you a lesson in humility with a ruthless endgame.
Lorand’s opening repertoire is shrouded in mystery, being classified as “Top Secret,” but their results speak volumes: a blitz win rate hovering around 44%, and an almost flawless performance in daily and rapid chess games, with win rates exceeding 88%. Clearly, this is a player who can adapt, strategize, and grind out victories no matter the tempo.
The endgame is where they truly shine — seen in their 83.35% endgame frequency, often playing marathon wins averaging 66 moves. While losses tend to drag on a bit longer (averaging 73 moves), this just goes to show that even in defeat, Lorand keeps the fight alive until the bitter end.
When not challenging themselves on the board, Lorand enjoys experimenting with moves in less conventional time controls, clocking serious hours from 9 PM to midnight when the brain’s prime tactical gears kick in. Early mornings are less preferred with a win rate dip in the wee hours, but hey, even grandmasters need their beauty sleep!
Fun fact: BelaKis once held a sensational 57-game winning streak — enough to convince anyone they were a chess bot sent from the future. Whether love for the game or caffeine-fueled determination, Lorand Bela Kis continues to make chessboards everywhere a place of excitement, surprises, and sometimes, pure magic.
In the realm of kings, queens, and pawns, Lorand Bela Kis reigns supreme.