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Ecrin Efsa Buyuk (Ecrinella)

Woman FIDE Master – Chess Dynamo

Meet Ecrin Efsa Buyuk, a Woman FIDE Master who has quietly been conquering the 64 squares with a style that's equal parts brilliance and stubborn determination. Known in the chess world as Ecrinella, this player’s rating journey reads like a thrilling underdog tale that turned into a chess blockbuster.

Starting from a humble Bullet rating of just 1242 in 2020, Ecrinella punched above their weight and skyrocketed to an impressive 2227 by 2025. That’s a leap big enough to make grandmasters sit up and take notice! Blitz and Rapid formats show similar fireworks – all hovering steadily above 2000 in recent years.

With over 78 wins in Bullet alone and a longest winning streak of 14 games, it’s fair to say that when Ecrinella gets on a roll, the opponent better buckle up. Those who face them in rapid time control might notice a win rate close to 60%, but against Bullet, the win rate jumps to a solid 65% — clearly, lightning-fast decisions are their playground.

Ecrinella’s secret weapon could be their uncanny ability to come back from losing a piece, boasting a flawless 100% win rate after such a setback. Opponents beware: once a piece is taken, it’s not over until Ecrinella says so. And with an endgame frequency nearing 77%, they love squeezing out those victories in the final, tension-filled moments.

Tactical awareness? Check. Psychological resilience? Mostly check — though a tilt factor of 3 suggests even the best sometimes get a little spicy after a tough loss. They may occasionally resign early (just 1.3% of games), but when they fight, it’s with a fierce spirit and an average of roughly 70 moves per win. Chess is a marathon here, not a sprint.

Off the board, Ecrinella seems to enjoy their best victories on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and between 9-11 in the morning — perfect timing for coffee-fueled genius. Whether facing old rivals or new challengers, this player remains a beacon of consistency, holding impressive win rates over many common opponents.

So whether you’re a fan of bullet-sharp tactics, thrilling comebacks, or long strategic endgames, Ecrin Efsa Buyuk (aka Ecrinella) is a chess personality who keeps the game exciting, a community favorite with a dash of mystery — and maybe a little top-secret opening repertoire to boot!