Profile Summary: mode lopas (denox179)
Meet mode lopas, known in the digital chess arena as denox179 — a player whose journey on the 64 squares is as colorful as a chessboard itself. With a peak rapid rating soaring to 747 (December 2023), this player’s dedication is undeniable, even if the rating rollercoaster occasionally reminded them who’s boss!
Rating and Style
mode lopas has humbly dipped toes into virtually every form of chess: rapid, blitz, daily, and bullet — striving to conquer every ticking clock. While their bullet speed leaves some questioning if they’re playing chess or finger gymnastics, their rapid games reveal a sturdy tactical awareness with a fascinating 62.7% comeback rate — proving that when the going gets tough, the tough say “Is that all you got?”
Opening Moves: The Gambits and the Grandeur
Favoring the King’s Pawn Opening, Kings Knight Variation, mode lopas has played this classical path in rapid games more than 230 times with a respectable win rate close to 54%. The Petrov’s Defense is their secret weapon, boasting a win rate north of 65% — impressive enough to keep opponents on their toes and second-guess their morning coffee.
The Psychological Battlefield
Chess isn’t just about pieces — it’s a mental jungle. With a tilt factor of 10, mode lopas handles losses with some flair, though their rated games suggest a slight preference for casual play (rated vs casual win difference of -50.58). Their best hours to strike are quite unconventional, peaking at 1 AM — where perhaps the stars and pawns align in their favor (or maybe it's just insomnia).
Fun Stats and Quirks
- Average moves per win: about 45. Patience is a virtue here – a long game lover rather than the “blitz and vanish” type.
- Has survived countless time scrambles but also fallen prey to a 10-game losing streak — proof that even the best have those “Why did I press resign?” moments.
- Wins with white pieces slightly outpace black, with a win rate around 51% with white — showing mode lopas loves the advantage of the first move, like a kid who always wants to go first.
Last Battles On Record
In their most recent triumph on May 29, 2025, denox179 swiftly executed the classic 1.e4 followed by 2.Nf3 to secure an early victory in the King's Pawn Opening, Kings Knight Variation — a quick reminder that sometimes, the simplest plans win the day.
The latest setbacks have been tough — including painful time losses and well-fought games ending on time pressure — but every loss is a setup for an epic comeback (and a great story for the post-game chat).
Summary
Whether pulling off mid-night miracle comebacks or pondering the humble checkmate after 45 moves, mode lopas is the kind of player who combines passion, persistence, and just enough unpredictability to keep their opponents awake and anxiously refreshing their browsers for the next encounter. So if you find yourself facing denox179, be ready for a battle that tests your skill, your stamina, and your wits — with a dash of midnight madness for good measure.
