Rafif Luthfi (Butet6) - The Relentless Rapid Rook
Meet Rafif Luthfi, known online as Butet6, a chess player whose rapid rating journey is a rollercoaster of grit, growth, and the occasional shock to their opponents. Since 2021, Rafif has danced around the 1000-1250 rating range in rapid chess, proving time and time again that consistency is the name of their game—well, mostly consistency peppered with spirited battles!
Starting in 2021 with an impressive max rapid rating of 1207, Rafif's games have seen over 1,700 rapid matches with a near 50% overall win rate, a testament to their balanced fighting spirit. An average rapid rating hovering around 1100-1150 over the recent years shows a player who doesn't just play, but loves to learn and adapt with every move.
Known for a patience that could rival a saint’s, Rafif averages about 52 moves per victory, savoring each position like a fine chess meal. Their endgame frequency sits at a respectable 47%, showing a comfort in long battles where tactical awareness truly shines. Speaking of tactics, Rafif has a staggering 61.96% comeback rate and an unshakable 100% win rate after losing a piece—so don't be surprised if you catch them turning the tables just when you thought the game was theirs!
Rafif isn't just about the hardcore math of chess, they also bring a psychological edge to the board. A tilt factor of 7 means they keep cool under pressure (most of the time), but watch out when that winning streak kicks in—currently 4, with the longest ever being an impressive 10 wins in a row!
When it comes to opening repertoire, Rafif proudly uses the mysterious "Top Secret" openings, boasting almost 49% win rate over 1,375 rapid games. So opponents beware: you might never know what's coming next.
Beyond the data points and statistics, Rafif is a fierce competitor with a funny little knack for surprising their opponents at odd hours—peak win rates are seen in the afternoon and evenings, with a mysterious perfect 100% win record in the 21st hour (9 PM). Clearly, this is when the magic happens.
Finally, if you spot Butet6 across the chessboard in rapid battles, remember: they might lose a piece early, but quitting is not in their vocabulary—unless you ruin the vibe with a quick resignation, which happens less than 6% of the time. Instead, expect a challenging fight until the very last pawn.
In short, Rafif Luthfi is the kind of chess player who makes you think twice before underestimating the "rapid rook"—a player with resilience, subtlety, and maybe just a bit of a secret arsenal up their sleeve.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| yakubsaad | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| baelys | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| liduumm | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| a1b5c0pe | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| chrissuarezm | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| appukuttan73 | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
| derrickhuang | 3W / 0L / 0D | |
| kingro19 | 1W / 1L / 1D | |
| powerlifting888 | 2W / 0L / 1D | |
| sunnythomaschitten | 1W / 2L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1239 | |||
| 2024 | 1102 | |||
| 2023 | 1063 | |||
| 2022 | 1099 | |||
| 2021 | 1191 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 120W / 105L / 1D | 112W / 114L / 4D | 50.2 |
| 2024 | 84W / 57L / 2D | 60W / 83L / 3D | 46.9 |
| 2023 | 204W / 181L / 9D | 178W / 205L / 13D | 55.6 |
| 2022 | 7W / 9L / 0D | 7W / 9L / 1D | 60.6 |
| 2021 | 12W / 5L / 0D | 8W / 7L / 0D | 53.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 1388 | 678 | 679 | 31 | 48.9% |
| Italian Game | 13 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 69.2% |
| Modern Defense with | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Nimzowitsch Defense | 12 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense Advance Short Variation with | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 37.5% |
| Philidor Defense | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 87.5% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 83.3% |
| Nimzowitsch Defense Declined | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 40.0% |
| Nimzowitsch Defense Scandinavian Advance Variation | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 20.0% |
| Nimzowitsch Defense Scandinavian Exchange Variation | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 40.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 10 | 0 |
| Losing | 8 | 2 |