Player Profile: DARKNESS2718
Meet DARKNESS2718, a fearless adventurer in the vast and mysterious world of online chess. Known for bouts of brilliance and bouts of bewilderment, this player embodies the rollercoaster experience of chess mastery.
Rating & Performance
Once soaring to a Rapid peak rating of 941 back in March 2023, DARKNESS2718 has seen the tides shift over time, currently hovering around the 380 mark in Rapid as of mid-2025. Not to be underestimated in faster formats, the peak Blitz rating reached 319 recently, and Bullet play gave a flash of 226 at best.
Playing Style & Quirks
A tactician at heart, DARKNESS2718 is not afraid to resign early (almost 29% early resignation rate), proving that sometimes knowing when to quit is a skill on its own. With an average of about 34 moves per win, games tend to be engaging battles rather than lightning-fast finishes. White pieces bring a slightly better success rate (38%) compared to Black (34%), showing a subtle preference for setting the tone. The psychological battlefield is tricky here—our player has a tilt factor of 52, which means after a few losses, the dark clouds roll in, but also a comeback ability of 71%, ready to surprise opponents.
Favorite Openings
- Rapid: The Ruy Lopez Opening Birds Defense is a shining star with a clean 100% win rate in 2 games! Kings Pawn and Scotch Games also yield solid performances.
- Blitz & Bullet: Prefers classic King's Pawn Openings and has a soft spot for the French Defense Knight Variation boasting a strong 75% win rate in Blitz.
- Beware Grob Opening: A serious nemesis with a 0% win rate in Blitz against this unpredictable opening.
Notable Streaks & Stats
The rollercoaster continues with a longest winning streak of 5 games, juxtaposed against a humbling longest losing streak of 52 games—proof that every dark tunnel eventually leads to the light. The endgame appears complex and challenging, with just 20% frequency, hinting that many battles are decided earlier on.
Hour & Day Performance
The best time to cross swords with DARKNESS2718? At 5 AM, when win rates skyrocket to 100% (someone’s an early bird!). Tuesdays, Fridays, and nights around 7 PM also offer better chances at outwitting them.
Recent Matches
Latest victories include a sharp win on time against benga222222 employing the Reti Opening with cunning finesse. While losses have come by checkmate and on time, each game fuels DARKNESS2718's determination to grow and adapt.
In Summary
DARKNESS2718 is a player who embodies persistence, unpredictability, and a relentless passion for the royal game. Whether cruising on wings of victory or trudging through skeptics’ shadows, this username lights up online chess boards with a unique blend of flair and fight.
Ready to face the darkness? Approach with caution and a cunning plan!