Mihail Dirva aka Carburator12
Welcome to the curious case of Mihail Dirva, a chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares resembles a rollercoaster in a funhouse mirror. Known online as Carburator12, Mihail's chess career in 2025 has been nothing if not... colorful.
Rating and Impact
Starting the year with a modest rapid rating of 400, Mihail hit a peak rating of 562 on March 24th, 2025—a spike that had fans wondering if he’d secretively hired a grandmaster coach or just got lucky picking openings. Daily chess play peaked at a respectable 392 rating.
Unlike an unstoppable chess engine, Mihail admits to a few hiccups, with a rapid record of 9 wins to 13 losses and a current losing streak of 2 games. But don’t worry, the average game length suggests he likes to savor the struggle: around 25 moves per win and nearly 39 moves per loss. No shortcuts here!
Opening Repertoire: A Mix of Hits and Misses
- Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack (Classical Variation): Carburator12’s “bread and butter” with a decent 67% win rate in 3 games, proving the Larsen isn’t just for curiosities.
- King’s Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation: 100% win rate, although only one game played—clearly Mihail’s secret weapon when the mood strikes.
- Modern Defense With... (various continuations): Unfortunately, Mihail’s kryptonite with a combined 0% win rate, leading to some humbling defeats.
Playing Style & Quirks
Known for an early resignation rate of 33%, Mihail sometimes throws in the towel when the going gets tough—perhaps saving energy for the next battle. The endgame frequency is just 25%, indicating he occasionally prefers to settle matters before the real “endgame drama” unfolds.
His win rate as White stands at 46%, while as Black it drops to a more modest 27%, suggesting the saying “White has the advantage” really resonates with Mihail. He is fairly resilient though—with a noticeable 44% comeback rate after slipping behind and a “tilt factor” of 3, indicating mild emotional swings after games.
Noteworthy Rivals
Mihail’s chess diary includes notable encounters with opponents like nathanhuangg, blupbulup, and seby-87, boasting win rates of 100% and 50% respectively against these frenemies. However, some opponents like landom3562 remain elusive, with no victories yet scored.
Best Moments & Memorable Games
If you ask Mihail about his proudest wins, he'll point you to his Games vs. VittoLombriga and NathanHuangg in April and May 2025, where he won by resignation in both rapid battles. His favorite time to dazzle opponents is around 11:00 AM, where his win rate peaks at a flawless 100% in that hour.
A Classic Finish
Summary
In the grand chess theater, Mihail Dirva is the underdog who never shies from a challenge. With a fighting spirit, occasional early concessions, and a quirky repertoire, Mihail keeps both friends and foes guessing. Beware the Leonardis Variation when he’s got his game face on – it’s his signature move for snatching victories—and maybe your queen!