bilal sönmez

Bilal Sönmez (disillusio-n)

Meet Bilal Sönmez, better known online as disillusio-n, a rapidly ascending chess enthusiast with a flair for the Scandinavian Defense and a rating rollercoaster that keeps spectators guessing. As of June 2025, Bilal has peaked at a respectable Rapid rating of 594, after a dramatic climb from 356 in early 2025. It’s been a tournament of thrills, spills, and plenty of queens sacrificed in the name of tactical brilliance!

Playing Style & Personality

Known for a mix of patience and persistence, Bilal averages about 54 moves per game—clearly not the sort to give up early unless it’s strategically wise. With an early resignation rate of just 2.04%, Bilal is no quitter, even when the odds stack high. His endgame frequency is noteworthy at over half his games, proving he's a fighter till the last checkmate.

Psychology-wise, Bilal is a resilient player but with a tilt factor of 7, sometimes the heat of the moment affects his focus. His best time to play? The calm and contemplative hour of 6 PM, when tactical awesomeness peaks!

Opening Repertoire

Bilal’s signature approach features a love-hate relationship with the Scandinavian Defense. With about 30 games played in the classic Scandinavian, his win rate sits near 47%, showing he's well-versed in the art and science of that tricky opening. He also shines in less trodden territory like the Van t Kruijs Opening (winning 63% there) and the Center Game, where strategic gambits pay off impressively.

Performance & Records

Among 340 rapid games, Bilal has logged 166 wins, 147 losses, and 27 draws. He manages to bounce back spectacularly with a comeback success rate surpassing 68%—a testament to fighting spirit many admire. His longest winning streak peaked at five, while the longest losing streak, a humble reminder that even the best have off days, stretched seven games.

Motto & Fun Facts

“Why resign when you can confuse them first?” could easily be Bilal’s unofficial motto. Despite some tough opponents like faqihmenanglagi who maintain a 0% win rate against him, poor disillusio-n has struggled against others — always a good reason to stay humble in chess and in life.

Recent Adventures on the Board

In a memorable recent game, Bilal (Black) expertly neutralized aggression with the Scandinavian Defense’s Mieses-Kotrc Main Line, securing a win by resignation against harishbala00. His games are often tactical puzzles, with unexpected bishop sacrifices, queen trades, and calculated risks. On the flip side, recent setbacks like the loss to FaqihMenangLagi due to a well-executed Philidor Defense remind him that even kings fall—sometimes spectacularly.

Final Thoughts

Bilal Sönmez, aka disillusio-n, is a passionate rapid chess player whose journey from modest beginnings to rated respectability offers drama, skill, and a sprinkle of humor. Whether deploying the Scandinavian Defense or occasionally throwing in cheeky gambits, he embodies the spirit of continuous learning, braving defeat, and celebrating victory with equal enthusiasm. Here's to many more moves, games, and checkmates on Bilal's path to chess mastery!