Matyáš Paseka FM

Matyáš Paseka - The Bullet Blaster & FIDE Master Extraordinaire

Meet Matyáš Paseka, known in chess circles (and probably on cat videos) as cavoglav3, a FIDE Master who’s not just good at chess, but fast enough to make your bullet games look like slow-motion reruns.

Since 2020, Matyáš has rocketed through the ranks, skyrocketing their bullet rating from a humble ~1355 to a blistering 2444 by 2025. If bullet chess were a sport, Matyáš would be the Olympic sprinter who never drops the baton—93% win rate after losing a piece, they know how to claw back like a true champion.

With over 700 wins in bullet alone and a staggering longest winning streak of 16 games, it’s safe to say Matyáš doesn’t just play quickly—they play smart and fiercely. Blitz and rapid? They’ve got those covered too, with impressive win rates hovering in the mid-50s to 60%. Daily chess games are far and few between, but when they play, they still bring the heat.

Known for an early resignation rate of just under 6% (because sometimes knowing when to say “I’m done” is a tactical move), Matyáš loves endgames, diving into them over 70% of the time. Their average game length—about 67 moves—tells us this isn’t a firecracker who fizzles out early; it’s a strategic marathoner and a mental chess gladiator.

Diving into the psychology of the game, Matyáš’s tilt factor of 10 indicates a stoic player who generally keeps their cool, though we all have our off days. Playing mostly rated games, their win rate slightly dips compared to casual play, but that just means they bring their A-game when it counts.

Their opponents? A mixed bag, but some poor souls like “shepherd2025” have been crushed repeatedly, while others, “gidel33” included, apparently inspire Matyáš to bring top-tier chess wizardry. With a win rate above 50% on nearly every day and a peak performance at 22:00 h (67.86% wins), perhaps their true secret weapon is a late-evening caffeine boost.

So if you're gaming against Matyáš in bullet or blitz, bring your best opening and your fastest fingers. Because this FIDE Master doesn’t just play the game — they speed-run it, and leave a trail of checkmates and bewildered opponents in their wake.