Player Profile: Daniel Pasán (danipv84)
Known in the online chess circles by his username danipv84, Daniel Pasán is an avid chess enthusiast who has gracefully danced on the 64 squares with a rating journey that's as dynamic as a well-played gambit.
Rating and Performance Highlights
- Peak Rapid Rating: An impressive 1407 achieved in April 2025 — rapid-fire thinking seems to be his forte!
- Peak Daily Rating: A sturdy 1292 reached in January 2023, showing endurance and strategy in longer formats.
- Blitz and Bullet: While bullet might be a speed challenge (peak 975), his blitz peak of 1137 indicates some serious flash moves.
Playing Style & Strengths
Daniel possesses a tactical awareness akin to a chess ninja with a come-back rate of nearly 77%. He's known for endgame proficiency, crossing the 70% mark in frequency—proof he plays the long game. His average moves per win hover around 61, while losses stretch a bit longer, hinting that when he’s down, he doesn't give up easily; sometimes, his games are battles of attrition!
Interestingly, he maintains a psychologically steady profile with a modest tilt factor of 15, showing that even when the chess gods frown, Daniel keeps his composure.
Favorite Openings
Daniel loves classic openings with a twist:
- Italian Game Two Knights Modern Bishops: A perfect 100% win rate in daily games says “don’t mess with me when I’m in this groove.”
- Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation & Scotch Game: Both boast undefeated streaks in his repertoire—clearly trusted weapons.
- On the flip side, the Danish Gambit hasn't been too kind, reminding him that sacrifices don't always pay off.
Fun Facts & Recent Adventures
When not plotting checkmates, Daniel’s favorite time to strike victory is at the ungodly hour of 2 AM — apparently, inspiration and blunders are equally potent then. He recently won a Daily game against "carga55" using the Italian Game, convincing his opponent to resign after a brilliant finishing move. You can check out this masterpiece here.
Daniel’s win to loss balance is pretty impressive: nearly equal wins and losses in rapid play with thousands of games, showing dedication and a true passion for the game - plus a healthy dose of persistence!
Competitive Nature
His longest winning streak stands tall at 11 games, while the longest losing streak reminds us even chess heroes have off days at 15 games. But guess what? Daniel’s current streak is positive, with his latest victory reflecting a player always ready to bounce back.
With a reputation for resilience and a clever mind for tactical surprises, Daniel Pasán (danipv84) is a player to watch — whether you’re aiming to learn from his carefully crafted battles, or just trying to survive his next onslaught!