Profile Summary: bratkoo - International Master
Meet bratkoo, the chess virtuoso who proudly holds the title of International Master bestowed by FIDE—a testament to their exceptional skill on the 64 squares. Known for a fierce tactical awareness with a comeback rate of nearly 87%, bratkoo plays chess like a thrilling rollercoaster: never count them out, because the twists keep coming!
Rated as high as 2640 in blitz (August 2022) and smashing a bullet peak at 2343 just recently in September 2024, bratkoo demonstrates versatility across all fast time controls. Their gameplay is a delicate dance of patience and precision, averaging nearly 73 moves per victory and showing a stubborn resilience—most losses come only after a long, hard-fought battle averaging 81 moves.
This IM is particularly fond of the mysterious "Top Secret" opening (and no, it’s not classified by any government, just a nickname for their favorite opening strategy), boasting a solid 72% win rate in bullet and respectable 51%+ success rates with the white and black pieces alike. Whether it's blitz, bullet, or rapid, bratkoo brings the heat with a gaming style that mixes careful strategy with aggressive tactics.
Their psychological game is backed by a low tilt factor (only 9%), but don’t be fooled—they shine brightest in the late hours—with a 100% win rate playing at 10 PM. Evening snacks and a well-timed attack? Sounds about right.
Bratkoo’s winning streaks can soar up to 7 games, but like any great warrior, they’ve faced heartbreak too, surviving through tough 9-game losing streaks without losing their spirit.
With over 1,000 blitz games recorded and hundreds of wins, bratkoo’s experience is vast. Beware opponents with the username elohunter1999, as bratkoo’s record there stands at about 42%, proving even the best have their kryptonite.
Recent Highlights
- On April 4, 2025, bratkoo crushed the opposition with a brilliant checkmate victory against StarCP using the Queen’s Pawn Opening - Zukertort Variation.
- Just days later, they secured a smooth resignation win versus jimmy-schlumpf, showcasing mastery in English Opening, Anglo-Indian variation.
Whether outwitting opponents with subtle traps or bulldozing through with tactical firepower, bratkoo continues to make waves on chess.com and beyond. Stay tuned for more thrilling games from this International Master!