Muhammad Segaf Alfarizi — AKA "Eilric"
Muhammad Segaf Alfarizi, better known in the chess realm as "Eilric," is a passionate player whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as a chessboard on a sunny day. With a penchant for blitz chess, Muhammad has experienced the rollercoaster of rapid-fire games – soaring to a blitz peak rating of 621 in May 2025, all while juggling the adrenaline rush of quick moves and the chaos of unexpected blunders.
His style is a blend of tenacity and optimism, illustrated by a striking 62.5% comeback rate even after losing material, proving that even when life takes a pawn, he aims to win the game. Although his early resignation rate clocks in at a humble 10.7%, there’s a distinct sense that Muhammad doesn’t shy away from a tough battle on the board—he just knows when it’s time to cut his losses before the clock runs out.
An enthusiast of classical openings with a twist, Eilric shines particularly in the Philidor Defense, boasting a 57.89% win rate, as well as the familiar Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation, a battleground where he's almost as comfortable as a knight on f3. He tends to keep an aggressive pace with an average of 56 moves per win, savoring the long grind that turns into victory.
When asked about his "best time to play," Muhammad’s stats reveal an uncanny knack for afternoon chess around 14:00 where his winning odds spike to a cool 66.67%. Perhaps he’s fueled by afternoon coffee or simply the universe aligning for those key tactical strikes.
But beware opponents — his longest losing streak may have stretched up to 11 games, yet his current winning streak is already back to 1, demonstrating resilience rivaling chess’s finest warriors. Whether blitz, rapid, or daily games, Eilric brings intensity and laughter to the board, proving that chess is not only a game of kings and queens, but also queens of humor and a king of persistence.
Highlight Reel:
- Highest Blitz Rating: 621 (May 2025)
- Highest Rapid Rating: 766 (June 2022)
- Daily Chess Peak: 800 (April 2023) — not too shabby for a casual king
- Longest Winning Streak: 7 games
- Favored Openings: Philidor Defense, Kings Pawn Opening, Ruy Lopez Berlin Defense
Muhammad Segaf Alfarizi is more than just a number on a rating chart; he’s a true chess adventurer with a spirit that never fully surrenders — except maybe when the coffee runs out!
