Aristo Liu FM

Aristo Liu - The FIDE Master with a Strategic Twist

Meet Aristo Liu, also known by their chess alter ego "coolthing," a FIDE Master recognized for outmaneuvering opponents across all time controls. With a peak blitz rating soaring to 2633 and a rapid peak at 2417, Aristo has shown the world that quick reflexes combined with deep strategic thought can lead to victory—even if sometimes it means losing a few pawns with style.

Aristo’s chess journey is peppered with impressive streaks, including a longest winning streak of 20 games. Known for a solid endgame presence (occurring in over 66% of their games!) and an average game length of around 63 moves, this player thrives in the trenches of long battles, where every move counts and every pawn could be a game changer.

Not one to shy away from tough challenges, Aristo embraces adversity with a 75.9% comeback rate after facing tough situations and keeps cool with a tilt factor of just 17—proving that even when the chips are down, they keep their cool (well, most of the time). Their best time to play? Around 3 PM, so if you find yourself online around then, beware!

With a knack for winning with the white pieces nearly 58% of the time and black just beneath that at 55.8%, Aristo doesn’t discriminate—every color is an opportunity to shine. Their style? Expect some early resignations (around 10%) when the path is clearly uphill, but mostly a dogged determination to push games deep, squeezing every last drop of advantage.

Stats Highlights:

• FIDE Title: FIDE Master
• Peak Blitz Rating: 2633 (October 2022)
• Peak Bullet Rating: 2551 (May 2023)
• Peak Rapid Rating: 2417 (July 2022)
• Overall Blitz Win Rate: 54.8%
• Longest Winning Streak: 20 games
• Win Rate After Losing a Piece: 54.6% (because giving pieces away doesn’t mean giving up!)

Playing Style & Personality

Aristo is that rare beast who loves the drama of a long chess marathon yet knows how to strike quickly when opportunity knocks, especially in bullet and blitz games where they have an enviable record. Their psychological resilience means they're more likely to bounce back from a tough position than throw in the towel — though they do recognize when it's time to bow out gracefully.

Off the board, Aristo is the kind of player whose username alone hints at a philosophical approach ("coolthing" indeed), reflecting a cool-headed yet creatively rich approach to the royal game.

Most Memorable Victory

On March 11, 2024, in a rapid duel against RaleuzirB, Aristo showcased tactical brilliance and nerves of steel, clinching the win on time after a tense battle with an uneasy balance of power. This game is a fine example of how "coolthing" mixes patience, precision, and a dash of blitz-like speed.

Aristo Liu isn't just playing chess; they're setting the tempo of a game where strategy meets psychology, proving titles don't just reflect rating, but character.