Natan Fikre

Profile: Natan Fikre (dark580arc)

Meet Natan Fikre, who defies the odds and the ratings with a spirited and occasionally unpredictable style on the chessboard. Known online as dark580arc, Natan battles fiercely in both rapid and blitz formats, juggling move sequences like a caffeinated grandmaster-in-training.

Chess Journey & Stats

Since 2021, Natan’s rapid rating has shown commendable resilience—rising from 601 to a peak of 942, though not without some rollercoaster moments. Blitz battles have been a mixed bag, peaking at a valiant 993 before settling into a solid 622 rating. His overall rapid game record is a strong 32 wins, 16 losses, and 2 draws, demonstrating a fighter’s spirit, while blitz is a little rougher at 3 wins and 8 losses.

Opening Moves: Favorites & Foes

Natan’s opening repertoire is eclectic, featuring some crowd-pleasers and wildcards alike. In rapid games, he has a perfect record with the Colle System and Leonardis Variation of the King's Pawn Opening—proof that when he likes something, he sticks to it like glue. The Sicilian Defense Old Sicilian Variation has also notched a flawless victory, and surprisingly, Birds Opening Froms Gambit and French Defense both sport a 100% win rate. Meanwhile, blitz games reveal a more adventurous streak, with wins off the Englund Gambit and Giuoco Piano Game, and a few less successful attempts at the King's Gambit and Petrov’s Defense.

Playing Style & Psychological Profile

Natan might resign early only about 8% of the time, showing commendable fighting spirit. His average win stretches to roughly 50 moves per victory, indicating patient, strategic play complemented by a strong endgame frequency just shy of 43%. Thanks to a Comeback Rate near 69%, he’s a bulldog who can claw his way back even after losing material. However, his “tilt factor” of 6 suggests that some losses can sting his nerves—nothing a good cup of coffee and a board reset can’t fix.

Epic Streaks & Noteworthy Battles

Natan’s longest winning streak sits at a juicy 7 games, currently active and perhaps a harbinger of better things to come! His longest losing skid, on the other hand, was a humbling 6 straight games—a reminder that chess is a rollercoaster, and he’s willingly strapped in for the ride.

Recent Triumph

On January 26, 2023, in a thrilling clash of wits versus streetcarnameddesire, Natan showed why he’s a force to be reckoned with. Playing Black in a Sicilian Defense Old Sicilian Variation, he dazzled opponents with precise calculation, eventually coaxing a resignation after 33 intense moves. You can relive this masterpiece here — it's like watching a high-stakes thriller, but with knights and bishops.

The Opponent Arena

Natan’s most frequently faced rival is amuclappsu, against whom he maintains a respectable 66.7% win rate. With other opponents like mandeep06 and dincerd, he’s maintained a clean sheet until recently, and against players like streetcarnameddesire and cheezefrmdapre, he boasts a perfect score.

When to Catch Him Online?

His best moves come late at night, especially around 11 PM, when his win rate hits an impressive 100%. Thursday is also a golden day with an 87.5% win rate, while Fridays might best be dedicated to binge-watching chess videos rather than playing, as that day has yet to bless him with a win.

In Summary

Whether squeaking out a victory via resignation, checkmate, or the occasional timeout, Natan Fikre embraces the rollercoaster of online chess with both optimism and a mischievous grin. His journey is a testament to persistence, adaptability, and the joy of the game—no matter the rating, dark580arc keeps the queen dancing.