Noneko Cloudkicker - The Rising Star of Nimzowitsch Larsen
Meet Noneko Cloudkicker, also known in the chess world as BitPrawn – a rapid-fire tactician with a penchant for the Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack (especially the Modern Variation), where BitPrawn boasts a spectacular 69% win rate. Since stepping onto the 2025 chess scene, this rising player has battled through 63 rapid games, winning 32, losing 24, and drawing 7, culminating in a peak rapid rating of 565. On the daily front, BitPrawn has even maintained a perfect 400 rating from a single victorious game.
Playing Style and Strengths
Known for never giving up (zero early resignations, thank you very much), BitPrawn’s games usually unfold into rich endgames, averaging over 54 moves per win. Their comeback rate is an impressive 66.67%, proving that life’s not over just because a pesky piece went missing. Psychological toughness is key here: with a tilt factor barely above minimal and a best time of day to play at 22:00, BitPrawn is a nocturnal gladiator, fighting pawns and kings under the moonlight.
Favorite Openings
- Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack, Modern Variation: 13 games, 9 wins – a signature weapon.
- Modern Defense: 4 games, 3 wins – tactical and sharp.
- Van't Kruijs Opening: Occasionally surprises opponents and wins 2 out of 3.
Notable Opponents and Rivalries
BitPrawn’s most recent triumph came against colonel-ondrostroxx, sealing victory with a mysterious “game abandoned” ending that left spectators wondering if BitPrawn whispered a secret chess spell. While the scoreboard isn’t perfect (looking at you, massudd, senordumpater, and mrmahmad), BitPrawn has shown a particular knack for dispatching elieikerg and many others with a perfect 100% win rate.
A Quick Peek into the Stats
| Category |
Wins |
Losses |
Draws |
Win Rate (%) |
| Rapid |
32 |
24 |
7 |
43.24 |
| Daily |
1 |
0 |
0 |
100 |
Fun Fact
BitPrawn's longest winning streak peaked at 6, which is basically a “chess hot streak” in the making. Also worth noting, at 22:00 hours sharp, BitPrawn’s win rates skyrocket – clearly proving that the moonlight provides just the right inspiration for tactical brilliance. Conversely, playing at 21:00 seems like a terrible idea; 0% win rate there — maybe avoid that hour, friends!
Latest Victory Snapshot
In a recent rapid game against Colonel-Ondrostroxx on May 27, 2025, BitPrawn played a classy and strategic game featuring the Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack - Modern Variation. The finale involved a smooth exchange sequence culminating in technical superiority and a clean capture, ending with a resigned opponent at move 35. The game combined both patience and aggression — a perfect illustration of BitPrawn's style.
In Conclusion
BitPrawn, aka Noneko Cloudkicker, might currently rank modestly in the vast chess universe, but their blend of quirky opening choices, endgame diligence, and cheerful resilience make them a player to watch. Whether pulling off wins in the dead of night or mastering those tricky Larsen lines, Cloudkicker is stacking the moves and laughs — proving that in chess, persistence (and a good sense of humor) always pays off.
