Profile
Salvador Chacaltana, online handle chacaltana_06, is a bold and cheerful presence in the online chess scene. With a clear preference for fast time controls, Blitz is his playground where he builds sharp, tactical skirmishes and revels in the art of the sudden finish. Over the years he has cultivated a sizeable Blitz and Bullet footprint, turning quick thinking into a daily ritual.
Preferred time control: Blitz.
Salvador ChacaltanaPlaying Style and Philosophy
Chacaltana combines fearless tactical play with strong endgames. He often dives into dynamic lines, aiming for initiative and activity even in tight positions. His resilience shines through in tough moments, with a notable comeback rate that keeps opponents on their toes. In practical terms, his endgame frequency sits high, reflecting his willingness to grind out wins when the dust settles.
Key traits include a high comeback ability and steady endgame proficiency. Comeback rate: 80.32. Endgame frequency: 70.53. He enjoys turning pressure into a stylish finish, often arriving at clever resolutions when fewer pieces remain. 1882 (2022-07-06)
Openings and Repertoire
Chacaltana’s opening choices read like a map of practical, aggressive ideas across time controls. In Blitz, he has trusted lines that repeatedly test opponents’ nerves; in Bullet and Rapid he leans into fast, forcing structures that invite tactical clashes.
- Bullet (selected samples): Scandinavian Defense — 1199 Games, Wins 678, Losses 479, Draws 42, WinRate 56.55%
- Blitz (selected samples): Scandinavian Defense — 862 Games, Wins 435, Losses 388, Draws 39, WinRate 50.46%
- Blitz: Amar Gambit — 99 Games, Wins 54, Losses 42, Draws 3, WinRate 54.55%
- Blitz: Caro-Kann Defense — 112 Games, Wins 63, Losses 42, Draws 7, WinRate 56.25%
- Rapid (selected samples): Barnes Opening: Walkerling — 73 Games, Wins 50, Losses 22, Draws 1, WinRate 68.49%
- Rapid: Center Game: Berger Variation — 58 Games, Wins 28, Losses 28, Draws 2, WinRate 48.28%
Highlights and Stats
Among notable achievements, Salvador has cultivated a sizeable winning streak and a peak blitz rating that stands out in his peer group. He maintains a profile with a long-running, consistent presence across several years, reflecting his dedication to the game and his sense of humor about the quirks of competitive chess.
- Longest Winning Streak: 39
- Peak Blitz Rating: 1882 (2022-07-06) (approx. 1882, reached in 2022)
- Streaks: Current Winning Streak 0; Longest Losing Streak 18
- Recent activity: Frequent updates and a steady stream of Blitz games through 2025
- Profile: Salvador Chacaltana
Notes and Fun Facts
If chess were a kitchen, Salvador would be the guy who forges spicy sharpness in a blender, then calmly plates a clean endgame. He keeps a light heart about the game’s twists and turns, often tossing in a smile during even the tensest trades. For a snapshot of his online presence, see his profile: Salvador Chacaltana.