Ekzekias

Ekzekias: The Rapid Riser of the Chessboard

Meet Ekzekias, a chess enthusiast whose games are as dynamic as a rollercoaster and whose rating journey is nothing short of a thrilling saga. Nestled firmly in the world of rapid chess, Ekzekias has shown a penchant for surprising opponents and scoring victories with a blend of tactical awareness and unyielding grit.

In the year 2025 alone, Ekzekias battled through over 900 rapid games and emerged victorious more often than not, boasting a respectable peak rapid rating of 1040 achieved in May. While blitz might not be their playground—tallying just a single game with a humble 370 rating—the real fireworks happen when the clock is ticking yet allows just enough time to craft a masterpiece.

Opening Mastery & Style

Preferring the adventurous lanes of the Englund Gambit and excelling in the Italian Game (with win rates as high as 69.57%), Ekzekias enjoys keeping opponents on their toes. The King's Pawn Opening is their secret weapon with a striking 75% win rate, proving that sometimes going back to basics wins the day.

This player doesn’t just win—they carefully maneuver: the average winning game clocks in at around 51 moves while the average loss stretches closer to 64 moves, showing an unwillingness to give up without a fight. With an early resignation rate of just 3.7%, Ekzekias is the embodiment of resilience.

Winning Streaks and Comebacks

With a longest winning streak of 16 games, a current winning streak matching that impressive feat, and an 81.67% comeback rate, Ekzekias proves that even when the chips are down, the game is never over until the final move.

Psychological Prowess

Though the tilt factor of 7 suggests a hint of frustration now and then, Ekzekias plays best in the early mornings (especially at 7 AM), quietly rising with the chess sun to claim victory. Interestingly, the win rate when playing as White (56.25%) is slightly higher than as Black (50.44%), a subtle nod to their preference for starting on the front foot.

Recent Memorable Triumph

Among their recent chess victories, Ekzekias clinched a notable win by checkmate using a sharp line of the Queens-Pawn Opening – Blackmar-Diemer Vienna Tejler Attack. It was a game of intense pressure and precise calculation, ending with a beautiful checkmate on move 34:

Ekzekias’ chess journey is a tale of perseverance, sharp openings, and a will to win that translates across nearly 700 rapid battles fought this year. Opponents beware: this rapid gunslinger may just catch you off-guard with an unexpected gambit—or a relentless king-side attack.

In the grand chessboard of life, Ekzekias plays fast, thinks faster, and checkmates with flair!