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Edgarma_PCAP

Playing Since: 2021-02-28 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟

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Rapid: 2087
97W / 84L / 30D
Blitz: 2495
1747W / 1410L / 239D
Bullet: 2475
3268W / 2987L / 206D

Edgarma_PCAP: The Chess Conqueror with a Secret Opening

Known across the virtual chessboard as Edgarma_PCAP, this player is a blitz beast with a penchant for secret openings and breathtaking comebacks. With a peak blitz rating soaring to 2559 and a bullet rating creeping up to an impressive 2383, Edgarma_PCAP doesn't just play chess—they practically dance with it under the clock's merciless tick-tock.

Starting their competitive journey back in 2021 with a blitz rating just shy of 1800, Edgarma_PCAP rapidly accelerated past the ranks, smashing through 2400 in blitz by 2022, and maintaining a gritty consistency above 2450 ever since. It's almost as if the 64 squares are magnets, refusing to let go of this resilient tactician.

Playing Style

Strategically patient yet unpredictably bold, Edgarma_PCAP’s chess style is a curious blend — early resignations hover under 1%, but the endgame is a cherished battleground, seen in over 84% of their games. They average around 71 moves to a win, proving that patience is not just a virtue, but a winning formula. And if they ever lose a piece? Don’t blink — their comeback rate stands at an astonishing 89%, with a perfect 100% win rate after losing material. In other words, surrendering a piece only fuels their competitive fire.

Psychology Behind the Moves

At times, like any mortal, Edgarma_PCAP feels the sting of tilt with a modest factor of 19, but it rarely slows down their relentless march. Interestingly, this player often thrives under the pressure of rated games, only slightly favoring casual encounters. Their balanced win rates playing White (52%) and Black (48%) showcase versatility and adaptability—ready to seize the initiative, no matter the color.

The Secret Weapon: Top Secret Openings

Edgarma_PCAP’s opening choice remains a classified mystery to opponents. Over 3,000 blitz games feature this "Top Secret" approach, yielding a solid winning rate just north of 51%. When rapid and bullet tournaments roll around, this secret weapon still slices through defenses with lethal precision.

Notable Records and Rivalries

The player’s opponent list also reads like a who's who of the chess world, with fierce contests against formidable foes such as khvicha_supatashvili, komik0mi, and filipe1702. Against some, Edgarma_PCAP boasts a flawless win rate, striking fear into the hearts of many.

Daily Grind and Peak Performance Hours

When to face Edgarma_PCAP? Their prime time peaks oddly enough around 10 PM and 9 AM, when win rates reach nearly 58%. Beware if you catch them online in the early morning hours — their 1 AM win rate crashes at a cheeky 67%, proving this player might be fueled by late-night snacks and caffeine-fueled euphoria.

In sum, Edgarma_PCAP is not just a name on a scoreboard; it’s a legend in the making, a chess player who turns battles into epic sagas, often leaving opponents wondering, “What just happened?” Whether you’re a casual challenger or a grandmaster in disguise, prepare yourself — facing Edgarma_PCAP is never just a game, it’s an experience.


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Recent win: quick recap and takeaways

You closed out the latest win with a clear display of initiative and a sharp attacking mindset. The opening choice helped you unfold activity for your pieces, and you kept the pressure on your opponent’s king, which paid off when you could coordinate a decisive sequence. This game shows you are comfortable when you have the initiative and can spot tactics that lead to a concrete finish.

  • What you did well: you played actively from the start, found energetic pawn breaks and piece placements that restricted your opponent’s responses, and you converted the initiative into a finishing attack.
  • What to improve: in bullet games, quick, accurate decision-making matters. continue improving your ability to identify a few candidate plans early and lock in a single coherent plan rather than chasing multiple tactics at once. also watch for overextending if the attack doesn’t have a clear follow-up.
  • Practical tip: after you gain a tangible advantage, pause briefly to map two or three forcing moves that keep the opponent on the back foot, then execute the best of those with confidence.

Recent loss: quick recap and takeaways

The loss highlights common bullet-challenges: when the position becomes complex, time pressure and decision overload can creep in. There were moments of sharp tension where a simpler plan could have kept you competitive. Focusing on solid structure and clear plans will help you recover from rough patches more reliably.

  • What you did well: you competed in a dynamic middlegame and did not shy away from tactical chances, which is good in bullet formats where activity often pays off.
  • What to improve: under time pressure, simplify when you’re not sure. aim for a simple, repeatable plan such as central control, safe king position, and piece coordination rather than chasing highly speculative lines. practice avoiding overly risky exchanges that can lead to rapid material swings.
  • Time management tip: allocate a small, fixed amount of time (for example, 10-15 seconds) to assess each candidate branch on a tricky move, then choose a solid option and move on. this keeps you from getting bogged down in memorized tactics and clock pressure.

Recent draw: quick recap and takeaways

The drawn game shows you can hold a balanced position with careful play, especially in open or semi-open structures. In bullet formats, converting small advantages into a win often hinges on converting positional edge into a repeatable plan and keeping tension where it benefits you.

  • What you did well: you maintained activity and avoided a quick collapse in a complex, open position. you stayed practical and avoided major blunders under pressure.
  • What to improve: look for small, incremental improvements that gradually shift the balance in your favor—such as improving the placement of a passive piece, or creating a bit more space in the center or on the wings before initiating heavy operations.
  • Practical tip: when the position is equal, aim to create a single plan that makes it hard for your opponent to parry. even a modest improvement (better king safety, a more active rook, or a more centralized knight) can be enough to tilt toward a win in bullet time controls.

Practice focus and plan

To build on these games, consider focusing on short, concrete improvements you can repeat in future sessions:

  • Opening feel: strengthen your Bird Opening understanding with a few solid responses for Black. know two clear paths to develop pieces and castle safely, then look for active piece play rather than only pawn pushes.
  • Time management: implement a consistent clock discipline for bullet games. practice pruning candidate moves to two or three plausible options per move and pick the best one quickly.
  • Tactical pattern recognition: drill common motifs seen in your games (such as back-rank pressures, queen/rook batteries, and overloads) so you can spot forcing lines faster under time pressure.
  • Endgame readiness: in longer bullets, reach simple endgames with at least a few seconds left and practice converting small material or positional advantages into a win.
  • Consistent review: after each session, briefly review one or two critical moments from the win, one from the loss, and one from the draw. identify the decision points and write down a quick improvement note you can apply next time.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
FreeDomOK80 4W / 3L / 1D
jetsonchess 1W / 1L / 0D
Safvan Subair 4W / 4L / 0D
theholocene 0W / 1L / 0D
ak47rudh1402 1W / 0L / 0D
ysf2gm3000 1W / 2L / 1D
honorthehawk 1W / 3L / 0D
yoadrian76 0W / 3L / 0D
thale101 2W / 1L / 0D
killerinstic 0W / 1L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
Khvicha Supatashvili 24W / 73L / 9D
komik0mi 30W / 40L / 3D
Filipe Elienai 39W / 28L / 0D
michael124667 32W / 25L / 8D
Aleksandar Dovijanic 33W / 25L / 1D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2475 2495 2087
2024 2212 2471 2050
2023 2172 2468 2061
2022 2170 2424 2017
2021 2170 2358 1907
Rating by Year2021202220232024202524951907YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 1687W / 1302L / 115D 1568W / 1410L / 125D 76.4
2024 188W / 167L / 21D 154W / 210L / 14D 78.7
2023 231W / 192L / 37D 230W / 218L / 29D 80.1
2022 462W / 424L / 53D 408W / 467L / 59D 77.8
2021 132W / 80L / 15D 139W / 82L / 14D 76.1

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Bird Opening 1235 666 539 30 53.9%
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation 964 504 419 41 52.3%
Modern 581 301 262 18 51.8%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 506 262 232 12 51.8%
Amar Gambit 241 112 123 6 46.5%
Modern Defense: Pterodactyl Variation 225 112 108 5 49.8%
Australian Defense 163 83 74 6 50.9%
Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation 153 63 82 8 41.2%
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit 114 64 47 3 56.1%
Sicilian Defense 110 59 48 3 53.6%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation 598 294 256 48 49.2%
Bird Opening 438 254 157 27 58.0%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 267 149 98 20 55.8%
Sicilian Defense 135 70 54 11 51.9%
Modern 132 68 60 4 51.5%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 122 57 54 11 46.7%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 91 40 45 6 44.0%
Amar Gambit 70 38 29 3 54.3%
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation, Batavo Gambit 68 33 28 7 48.5%
Budapest: 3...Ng4 4.e3 65 34 27 4 52.3%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Bird Opening: Dutch Variation 34 15 10 9 44.1%
Sicilian Defense: Closed 20 11 8 1 55.0%
Bird Opening 15 10 2 3 66.7%
Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation 10 5 3 2 50.0%
Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack 8 5 3 0 62.5%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 7 2 4 1 28.6%
French Defense: Advance Variation 7 5 2 0 71.4%
Scandinavian Defense 6 2 3 1 33.3%
Sicilian Defense 6 3 2 1 50.0%
Amar Gambit 5 2 3 0 40.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 16 2
Losing 19 0