Derek Esmain Gálvez Narváez

Derek Esmain Gálvez Narváez (Deker_21)

Meet Derek Esmain Gálvez Narváez, better known on the chessboard as Deker_21 – a rapidly climbing player who’s anything but ordinary. With a peak rapid rating of 369 achieved in May 2024 and a bullet high of 381 not long after, Derek’s journey through the chess ranks is a rollercoaster of thrilling wins, tough losses, and some cheeky draws.

Playing Style & Prowess

Derek prefers long, strategic battles, often extending games with a patient average of 51 moves per win – because why rush when you can slowly torture your opponents in the endgame? Speaking of endgames, he’s there 58.25% of the time, proving he’s not afraid to tussle it out until the final seconds tick away.

Psychological resilience? Check. Derek boasts a fierce 86.96% comeback rate and handles losing a piece with nearly 50% success. Sure, he tilts a bit (only about 5% tilt factor), but who doesn’t when the queen mysteriously disappears off the board?

Favorite Openings

When it comes to openings, Derek has a sophisticated palate:

• Blackmar Gambit: His crowned jewel with an impressive 80% win rate out of 5 games.
• English Opening (King's English Variation): Chosen 6 times with two-thirds wins—because who doesn’t love a regal start?
• Englund Gambit: A daring choice, yielding over 57% wins, showing his liking for unorthodox fights.
• Scandinavian Defense: He likes to mix it up, winning more than half his games here.

Notable Stats & Quirks

• Total Rapid Games Played: Over 270, with a nearly even split between wins (91) and losses (88), plus 12 draws. Balance is key, right?
• Longest Winning Streak: 5 games, reminding everyone he can pack a punch when in form.
• Best Time to Tackle Opponents: Around 7pm – maybe fueled by dinner brainpower or just the twilight inspiration.
• Wins by Termination: Prefers winning by resignation (52 wins) and checkmates (30 wins), making opponents say “Nope, I give up!” quite frequently.

Memorable Match Highlight

In a dazzling display of tactical wizardry on May 31, 2025, Derek schooled his opponent yuyuyuhuha in a thrilling Queen's Pawn Opening (Blackmar Gambit) game, wrapping it up by checkmate at move 39. This victory wasn’t just a win; it was a message: “I dare you to try my gambit!”

Challenges & Rivalries

Derek’s competitive spirit shows in his clutch matchups. Against some opponents like bnpking and alberto2406, he boasts a whopping 100% win rate. But beware guylikefranc and monkeypunch00—they seem to have cracked his code with a 0% win record for Derek. Keep an eye on those rivalries; chess drama is real!

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re facing Derek in rapid or bullet, expect a player who battles with patience, strategic depth, and just a dash of audacity. His style might not be the quickest, but his tenacity will wear you down like a persistent chess knight hopping into your nightmares. If you see Deker_21 online around 7pm, best bring your A-game… and maybe some snacks.