Profile: EECS281
Meet EECS281, a relentless blitz battler and bullet bruiser known for tactical ingenuity and endurance. With a peak blitz rating approaching 2700 and a bullet peak just shy of 2670, EECS281 dances on the chessboard like a grandmaster in disguise—and occasionally a gladiator in a sweat-soaked arena.
Playing Style & Strengths
EECS281’s games often feature a deep understanding of complex middlegame positions, backed by an impressive come back rate of nearly 87%—meaning when the chips are down, this player fights back ferociously. The average game length clocks in around 79 moves, proving patience and strategic depth are their allies.
Early resignations are rare (a mere 16%), showing EECS281’s dogged spirit to fight until the final move. Endgames are a specialty, appearing in over 83% of games, a testament to their refined technique in the critical phases. The player has a slight edge when playing White, with a winning rate just shy of 50%, while Black win rate hovers around 46%.
Tactical Awareness & Psychological Edge
Known to withstand pressure, EECS281 maintains a 46% win rate even after losing material—a true hallmark of tactical resilience. Though sometimes prone to a tilt factor rated at 9, the player’s best hour is around 3 PM, making afternoons prime time for an epic victory (or legendary blunder).
Favorite Openings
- Blitz: French Defense variations (Classic Steinitz Boleslavsky and Exchange) are staples, along with Slav Defense Exchange and the French Defense mainline Alekhine-Chatard Attack. Win rates around or above 45% in these complex battlegrounds reflect a well-rounded repertoire.
- Bullet: Queen’s Pawn and French Defense Exchange Variation take a front seat, signifying sharp, quick opening play with an aggressive edge, boasting impressive win rates near 60-65%.
A Competitive Record to Brag About
With over 13,000 recorded blitz games and thousands of wins under their belt, EECS281 has amassed a lifetime blitz record of more wins than losses (6756 vs 6189), sprinkled with a thousand draws. In bullet chess, the fight is just as fierce, with a near-even win-loss tally that speaks volumes about the intensity of these lightning games.
Recent Glories & Challenges
In a recent thrilling blitz battle on June 3, 2025, EECS281 showcased cool nerves and precise calculation to win by resignation against Dragon-x16 in a Caro-Kann Defense Exchange Rubinstein Variation. Just earlier that day, checkmating CoachBucci in a Sicilian Canal Attack proved the sharpness is as alive as ever.
However, every chess hero faces setbacks: that very same day included a tough timed-out loss to Dragon-x16 and a tough positional defeat by L0qi. But as with all great players, EECS281 bounces back quickly, plotting the next crusade on the 64 squares.
In Summary
EECS281 is not your average club player—they are a tenacious chess warrior with a tactical flair and endgame expertise, who embraces the thrill of blitz and bullet with equal passion. Whether grinding out draws or hunting glorious wins, EECS281 ensures every game is a battle worthy of the history books—or at least a memorable Twitch stream highlight reel.