Michael Mulyar IM

Michael Mulyar (buffalomountain13)

International Master

Michael Mulyar, known in the chess world as buffalomountain13, is a formidable International Master recognized by FIDE. With a rating that’s as dynamic as his username, Michael has carved a niche in the blitz chess scene, where his lightning-fast tactics and uncanny ability to win clutch games make opponents wonder if he's secretly powered by buffalo strength and mountain zen.

Rating & Performance

Michael's peak blitz rating soared to an impressive 2591 as of October 2024 — a number that terrifies casual players and commands respect from seasoned competitors alike. His rapid rating sits comfortably at 2361, with daily and bullet ratings weaving their own interesting tales (1674 and 1969 respectively). The man thrives in blitz, winning over 700 games with a blistering ~75% win rate overall!

Playing Style & Strengths

Known for rarely throwing in the towel early (early resignation rate of just 1.88%), Michael battles through endgames with persistence, averaging nearly 68 moves per win and often turning seemingly lost positions around thanks to a remarkable 81.25% comeback rate. Whether wielding the white pieces or the black, his winning percentages hover above 70%, proving he's equally deadly on either side of the board.

If you ever catch him playing around 2 PM, expect magic — that’s his best time of day to play with a win rate close to 93%! He’s also statistically a boss on Mondays (taking down over 83% of opponents), so watch out if you schedule a match with him early in the week.

Favorite Openings & Signature Moves

Michael guards his opening repertoire like a secret recipe, but his astonishing success with a “Top Secret” opening in blitz — winning more than 75% of nearly a thousand games — speaks volumes about his preparation and creativity. Among known openings, he has shown flair with the Sicilian Defense Open and even nightmares for opponents in the Slav Defense Modern Quiet Pin Defense.

Fun Facts & Quirks

• Longest winning streak: 28 games — yes, he got on an unstoppable roll once and the chess world took notice.
• When Michael loses, it rarely happens in a skip-and-hop fashion, with the longest losing streak just 4 games, showing resilience beyond measure.
• His psychological tilt factor is as low as 4, proving he’s cooler under pressure than a polar bear in a freezer.
• His nicknames from opponents? Likely “The Mountain” or “Buffalo Blitz” — both fitting in mysterious ways.

Recent Battles

In the intense battlefield of live chess, Michael’s nerves remain steel-strong. A recent thrilling victory against cocoonprime featured a tough Sicilian Defense Open, where Michael’s cunning outmaneuvered his opponent leading to a resignation at move 43. However, not every day is a win; a closely fought loss in the Marshall Counterattack shows his willingness to duel fiercely even in adversity.

Whether blitz or rapid, Michael Mulyar brings style, strategy, and a touch of mystery to every game. Opponents beware: facing buffalomountain13 means going up against a mountain of skill—buffalo-powered and impossible to knock down.