Nikolaos Spyropoulos (ELAREMETR)
International Master - The Blitz Wizard
Nikolaos Spyropoulos, proudly holding the esteemed title of International Master bestowed by FIDE, is a force to be reckoned with on the chessboard. Known by the online moniker ELAREMETR, Nikolaos has mastered the art of speed chess, especially blitz, where lightning-fast decisions and razor-sharp tactics prevail.
With a peak blitz rating soaring close to 2689 in 2020, Nikolaos showcases a blend of endurance and tactical genius—often battling hundreds of games a year, racking up over 2200 wins in blitz alone! Opponents beware; his comeback rate is a staggering 88%, and if you manage to snag a piece from him, rest assured he'll still win 98.57% of the time. Talk about turning lemons into winning-checkmates!
His style is patient but relentless, averaging nearly 75 moves per win—perfect for those epic endgames where he excels, with an endgame frequency north of 76%. White or black, Nikolaos’s win rate hovers near 50-50 territory, proving his versatility and balance across sides.
Beyond the numbers, Nikolaos’s chess life is peppered with fierce rivalries (especially with opponents like vagpat and blitzstream), long winning streaks (one as long as 18 games!), and a psychological tilt factor at a mild 10—meaning he’s almost never rattled, even when a blunder sneaks in.
When not storming through games at high speeds, Nikolaos is probably contemplating new opening ideas (his "Top Secret" opening repertoire stays just that—secret), or simply pondering how many more bullet games he can squeeze in before breakfast.
In summary, Nikolaos Spyropoulos is a dedicated chess gladiator with a quick wit and even quicker fingers, a true master of blitz battles who can both frustrate and inspire anyone lucky enough to face him.