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chesshoudini NM

Since 2010 (Inactive) Chess.com
47.4% W 46.0% L 6.6% D
Bullet
2613
99W 64L 5D
Blitz
2394
501W 524L 81D
Rapid
2701
99W 69L 13D
Daily
2086
174W 190L 23D

About chesshoudini

chesshoudini is a National Master (title awarded by National) known for dramatic escapes and dramatic wins. Preferring fast play, chesshoudini favors blitz time controls and often turns losing positions into victories. The nickname fits - opponents report feeling like their pieces vanish only to reappear on the wrong squares.

Career highlights

  • Earned the National Master title from National.
  • Remarkable comeback skills - recorded a Comeback Rate around 80 percent.
  • Notable streaks - a longest winning streak of 10 games and a longest losing streak of 11 games.
  • Peak performances across time controls - see peak rapid and blitz ratings for context: 2701 (2022-01-03) and 2451 (2021-09-13).
  • Most-played opponents include the_riga_magican, qihenry, and wackynut.

Playing style and strengths

chesshoudini blends practical endgame technique with tactical resourcefulness. Key traits:

  • High endgame frequency - many games reach complex endgames where technique matters.
  • Average decisive game length is long - wins and losses often run 60 moves or more.
  • Strong resilience - performs well after material losses and finds ways back into the game.
  • Psychology note - a measured Tilt Factor suggests occasional emotional swings, so best to challenge around midday or the early evening.

Opening repertoire - what to expect

In blitz, chesshoudini favors solid but flexible systems. Frequent openings include the Czech Defense, Benko Gambit, Slav Defense, Australian Defense, Catalan, and varied Sicilian lines. The repertoire mixes uncommon choices with reliable structures - perfect for surprising opponents in quick games.

Quick references and performance snapshots:

  • Czech Defense - a staple in blitz play.
  • Benko Gambit and Benko Gambit Accepted: Central Storming Variation - recurring choices with mixed results.
  • Slav Defense - strong win rate when used as White and Black.
Win Rate by Opening0%25%75%100%50%Czech Defense: 47.1% over 153 gamesBenko Gambit: 43.3% over 67 gamesAustralian Defense: 53.8% over 65 gamesSlav Defense: 51.6% over 62 gamesSicilian Defense: Four Knights Variation, Cobra Variation: 46.3% over 54 gamesQGD: 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.e3: 56.2% over 48 gamesCzech Defense47%Benko Gambit43%Australian Defense54%Slav Defense52%Sicilian Defense: Four …46%QGD: 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.e356%

Memorable games and examples

A fun pick - a comeback-filled blitz duel captured the Houdini spirit:

  • chesshoudini vs. wackynut - Escape of the King, dramatic finish: View Game
  • Short study of technique - sample mini-opening to explore:

Personality and table talk

chesshoudini plays with a wink - comfortable in chaos and happy to grind long endgames. Expect creative defense and sudden tactical shots. If you beat chesshoudini early, do not relax - comebacks are part of the repertoire.

For more matchup context, check profiles of frequent opponents: the_riga_magican, qihenry, wackynut.

Quick stats snapshot

  • Preferred time control - Blitz.
  • Strong adjusted win rates across formats - notably in Rapid and Bullet as well.
  • Average moves per decisive game - roughly 64 moves, indicating long, strategic battles.
Blitz Rating252623002074184816222013: 16972014: 17622015: 19082016: 19072017: 19912018: 20602019: 23182020: 22802021: 2451201320142015201620172018201920202021