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Blazinq IM

Playing Since: 2017-09-01 (Active)

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Rapid: 2407
2W / 0L / 1D
Blitz: 2882
340W / 163L / 33D
Bullet: 2981
1754W / 1466L / 181D

Blazinq - International Master Extraordinaire

Meet Blazinq, a chess warrior who has ascended the ranks to earn the prestigious title of International Master from FIDE. Known for blazing through the battlefield of 64 squares faster than most can set up their pieces, Blazinq’s journey is nothing short of legendary.

Career Highlights

Since first appearing on the radar in 2017, Blazinq has developed into a formidable force, especially in bullet time controls. With a peak bullet rating soaring above 3000 (3076!), they demonstrate lightning-fast reflexes and razor-sharp instincts. Their blitz play isn’t far behind – climbing as high as 2882 – and their rapid games have also shined, peaking at 2407.

The Stats That Speak

  • Bullet Win Rate: Just over 52%, managing a staggering 1908 wins amidst relentless pressure.
  • Blitz Dominance: A commanding 70%+ win rate with nearly 2000 victories, proving that when the clock ticks down, Blazinq ticks up the heat.
  • Rapid Play: Though less frequent, rapid battles still see Blazinq’s fierce competitive edge with an undefeated record, save one drawn outing.

Playing Style & Quirks

Blazinq’s games typically last just the right amount: averaging about 47 moves on wins but stretching patience to 62 moves when the going gets tough (losses). They prefer to embrace the endgame, with over half their games making it that far – showing stamina and an eye for subtlety.

Don't expect them to give up quickly either – though early resignations happen about 27% of the time (hey, even titans know when to retreat), the tactical tenacity is legendary: a comeback rate over 50%, and bravely winning more than half the time even after losing a piece. They play with passion and resilience, but have a tilt factor around 19 – so don’t tease them after a blunder!

Signature Opening Strategies

When it comes to openings, Blazinq keeps their cards close to the chest with a mysterious Top Secret opening, racking up thousands of games with over a 52% win rate in bullet. However, in quieter moments, they’ve mastered more exotic lines: the Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation boasts an impressive 83% win rate, and the Indian Game has been an unblemished 100% triumph.

Recent Battles & Adventures

Among their latest escapades, Blazinq recently clinched a dramatic victory using the Old Benoni Defense, demonstrating nerves of steel and a keen eye for the opponent’s weak points. Victory was secured by resignation – no knight sacrifices or queen sacrifices necessary, just cold, calculated precision.

Fun Facts

  • They have a remarkable ability to turn the tables even when down material – a comeback rate that proves they're not one to be underestimated.
  • Blazinq’s prime gaming hours seem to be in the early morning, with the best results achieved around 4 AM – clearly a night owl or perhaps a chess vampire?
  • Their current winning streak stands at 4, but their longest ever was an eye-watering 41 consecutive wins. Talk about hot streaks!

In Summary

Blazinq is a name that chess enthusiasts respect and perhaps fear, especially when the clock ticks down and the game enters hyper-speed. With a blend of tactical brilliance, psychological warfare, and a sprinkle of mystery, this International Master continues to carve a blazing trail in the world of online chess. Whether it’s bullet, blitz, or rapid, remember: when you face Blazinq, you're not just up against a player, you’re up against a force of nature.


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Overall Performance and Progress

Blazinq, you’ve made excellent progress recently, with a positive win record of 2 wins and 1 draw in your last three games, and a strong rating increase of 156 points in the past month. Your steady increase in rating and no losses indicate solid improvement and effective play under rapid time controls.

Strengths and What You’re Doing Well

  • Opening Mastery: Your performance in the Modern Defense and its variations is very strong with a 100% win rate, showing good preparation and understanding of this opening. Your approach in these lines is clearly paying off.
  • Handling Complex Middlegames: You demonstrate clear strategic awareness in complex positions, as seen in your ability to convert small advantages into wins, particularly after exchanges and when simplifying when you have the advantage.
  • Endgame Technique: You show skillful endgame play, efficiently using rook activity and passed pawns to finish your opponents, which was evident in your last victories.
  • Time Management: While playing rapid, you maintain decent time balance without rushing critical moves, allowing you to avoid simple tactical oversights.

Areas to Focus on for Improvement

  • Opening Variety: While you excel in Modern Defense setups, consider expanding your opening repertoire to avoid predictability and adapt to different opponents.
  • Closing Out Drawn Positions: Your single drawn game in the Sicilian Najdorf suggests attention to converting equal or favorable positions. Work on squeezing small advantages and avoiding passive play that leads to draws.
  • Capitalizing on Opponent's Mistakes: Look to increase tactical awareness by spending time in the middle game finding opportunities for combinations or creating multiple threats simultaneously.
  • Positional Play and Maneuvering: Sometimes, selecting the best squares for your pieces and improving pawn structure can lead to a clearer plan and easier victories. Practice recognizing key positional motifs.

Next Steps and Training Suggestions

  • Analyze your recent winning games, especially how you handle the Modern Defense, to deepen your understanding and look for subtle improvements.
  • Train tactical puzzles regularly focusing on multi-move combinations to increase your ability to spot winning tactics quickly.
  • Work on endgame fundamentals like rook and pawn endings to continue improving your finishing skills.
  • Try playing some practice games with different openings to simulate unfamiliar positions and develop adaptability.

Summary

Your current trajectory is very positive with a strong winning record and clear improvements in your rating. Keep building on your excellent opening preparation and endgame technique while working on tactical sharpness and increasing your flexibility in opening choice for continued growth.



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
Pranav Anand 8W / 8L / 0D
ElMat_Unelmed 2W / 0L / 0D
Nitzan Steinberg 1W / 2L / 0D
shotwithsorrow 6W / 1L / 0D
kovalev_vitaly 0W / 1L / 0D
boat2009 1W / 0L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
Falcon2915678 474W / 149L / 2D
Erdogan Barissever 327W / 121L / 2D
Tolga :<3 GÜLAY Serinkan 333W / 95L / 2D
Deniz Ozen 173W / 205L / 16D
Mr_Unsac 186W / 45L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2937 2295
2024 2966 2453
2023 2977 2453
2022 3028 2453 2407
2021 3008 2800
2020 2987 2412
2019 2583 2669
2018 2578 2420
2017 2425
Rating by Year20172018201920202021202220232024202530282295YearRatingBulletBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 94W / 56L / 4D 85W / 65L / 4D 73.5
2024 18W / 1L / 2D 15W / 4L / 2D 60.6
2023 83W / 55L / 4D 67W / 52L / 7D 44.7
2022 246W / 105L / 10D 243W / 121L / 12D 50.2
2021 388W / 219L / 13D 391W / 250L / 16D 32.2
2020 611W / 356L / 43D 582W / 416L / 31D 43.4
2019 339W / 202L / 27D 323W / 217L / 28D 86.9
2018 190W / 82L / 14D 167W / 102L / 17D 79.9
2017 38W / 20L / 3D 38W / 25L / 1D 71.4

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Caro-Kann Defense 338 150 174 14 44.4%
Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted 197 108 78 11 54.8%
Amazon Attack 175 84 83 8 48.0%
Modern 174 94 74 6 54.0%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 172 94 70 8 54.6%
Amar Gambit 164 96 58 10 58.5%
Scandinavian Defense 164 89 68 7 54.3%
Australian Defense 130 66 56 8 50.8%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 122 58 55 9 47.5%
Nimzo-Larsen Attack 118 64 52 2 54.2%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown 2167 1575 580 12 72.7%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 59 36 18 5 61.0%
Caro-Kann Defense 26 19 4 3 73.1%
Sicilian Defense 22 13 7 2 59.1%
Amar Gambit 15 10 4 1 66.7%
Modern 14 9 5 0 64.3%
Barnes Defense 14 9 4 1 64.3%
Scandinavian Defense 14 9 4 1 64.3%
Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation 13 8 5 0 61.5%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 11 10 1 0 90.9%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Modern 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Modern Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 1 0 0 1 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 41 3
Losing 19 0