Profile Summary: EldaraEP
Meet EldaraEP, a resilient and spirited chess aficionado known for mixing tactical flair with a pinch of unpredictability. With a chess journey showcasing over 3,000 blitz games, EldaraEP has proven to be a persistent combatant, navigating the ranks with grit and a dash of humor!
EldaraEP's chess odyssey began with an explosive start in 2020, reaching a blitz peak rating of 932 quickly enough to raise a few eyebrows. Although the road has been rocky—with win rates fluctuating and a notable tendency to embrace tough battles—EldaraEP’s mindset is that every lost piece is just a chance for a thrilling comeback (happens about 80% of the time!), and frankly, who doesn't love an underdog story?
When it comes to openings, EldaraEP has a suspicious love affair with the Vienna Game, boasting a commendable win rate of nearly 67% in blitz against unsuspecting opponents. Despite the occasional temper tantrum manifested as a 23-game losing streak, the player shows impressive endurance by bouncing back — sometimes faster than you can say “checkmate.”
If you catch EldaraEP online, mornings around 8 AM are prime time to witness their best moves—whether in rapid, blitz, or daily formats. They don't shy from the enduring battles either, often engaging in longer fights averaging about 56 moves per win, proving patience is more than a virtue; it’s a strategy.
Known for an endgame frequency of 57%, EldaraEP’s games rarely wrap up in a blink — because what's better than squeezing every drop of drama out of those pawns and knights? Despite occasionally dipping below a 50% win rate, especially when facing opponents rated above, EldaraEP continually strives forward with a smile, a pawn, and that unmistakable fighting spirit.
Their most recent victory was a slick performance featuring the Vienna Game, culminating in a graceful resignation victory—because why drag it out when you’re clearly winning? Conversely, the recent losses show that even EldaraEP’s iPhone isn’t immune to the occasional betrayal by the French Defense.
Off the board, EldaraEP might be pondering the mysteries of why queens always get all the glory while knights have to “jump around” all day—until then, the game goes on, the pieces keep moving, and so does EldaraEP's unyielding quest for checkmate.
Overall Performance
Your current strength adjusted win rate of approximately 53% shows you're consistently competitive in your rapid games. The positive rating trend with a steady increase of 24 points over the last 1, 3, and 6 months reflects sustained improvement.
It's important to continue building on this momentum to improve both your tactical and positional understanding.
Recent Wins Analysis
You have a strong attacking style demonstrated in your recent wins. Your games show good initiative with quick development and aggressive play leading to tactical motifs such as forks, pins, and mating nets.
- Consider reinforcing opening knowledge, especially within the Vienna Game and related lines where you have a solid record.
- Castling early and bringing your rooks to open files helped you put pressure on your opponent’s king effectively.
- Your endgame technique is notable, frequently converting material or positional advantages decisively.
Keep up your attacking mindset, but also balance it with careful calculation to avoid unnecessary risks.
Recent Losses Review
Looking over your recent losses, there are common themes to address:
- In a few games, early material sacrifices did not yield sufficient compensation, particularly when facing quick counterattacks. Evaluate the soundness of these sacrifices carefully before committing.
- Heightened attention to opponent threats early on could help you avoid falling into mating nets or severe tactical blows.
- Strengthening your defensive skills and resistance will add resilience, especially in complex middle-game positions.
Studying your losses systematically can help you spot recurring errors or strategic weaknesses.
Opening Focus
Your usage of openings like the Vienna Game, Scandinavian Defense, and Petroff Defense variations reflect an interest in classical, principled play. To improve your opening repertoire:
- Learn typical plans and themes—understanding the goals in your chosen openings will enable better middle-game decisions.
- Analyze key positions and common traps both for you and your opponents.
- Expand your repertoire gradually with variations that suit your playing style to keep opponents guessing.
Next Steps
- Continue reviewing your games post-match to understand your tactical oversights and missed opportunities.
- Study endgames and tactics regularly to improve calculation and technique in critical positions.
- Maintain your positive mindset and build on your steady progress by setting specific goals, like mastering a new opening or reducing blunders.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Hunter Whisenant | 61W / 96L / 4D | View Games |
| 1_hugh_1 | 14W / 38L / 2D | View Games |
| carbondioxide1 | 36W / 12L / 1D | View Games |
| Jefferson The Blunder | 5W / 26L / 0D | View Games |
| BacknNotorious | 9W / 17L / 1D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 707 | 794 | 961 | |
| 2024 | 817 | 782 | 791 | 1100 |
| 2023 | 764 | 640 | 739 | 1061 |
| 2022 | 832 | 763 | 765 | 979 |
| 2021 | 638 | 810 | ||
| 2020 | 852 | 677 | 603 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 83W / 73L / 4D | 65W / 90L / 3D | 58.6 |
| 2024 | 127W / 165L / 2D | 130W / 151L / 7D | 57.5 |
| 2023 | 440W / 646L / 33D | 449W / 667L / 25D | 58.7 |
| 2022 | 99W / 118L / 6D | 90W / 127L / 10D | 59.3 |
| 2021 | 183W / 154L / 11D | 172W / 173L / 8D | 56.0 |
| 2020 | 56W / 59L / 5D | 63W / 53L / 1D | 52.5 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop's Opening: Vienna Hybrid, Hromádka Variation | 104 | 60 | 43 | 1 | 57.7% |
| Modern | 99 | 48 | 46 | 5 | 48.5% |
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 87 | 43 | 39 | 5 | 49.4% |
| Petrov's Defense | 74 | 29 | 42 | 3 | 39.2% |
| Czech Defense | 50 | 19 | 27 | 4 | 38.0% |
| Amar Gambit | 36 | 23 | 13 | 0 | 63.9% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 34 | 14 | 15 | 5 | 41.2% |
| Australian Defense | 31 | 19 | 11 | 1 | 61.3% |
| Four Knights Game | 30 | 14 | 15 | 1 | 46.7% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 29 | 15 | 14 | 0 | 51.7% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 282 | 121 | 150 | 11 | 42.9% |
| Petrov's Defense | 221 | 94 | 120 | 7 | 42.5% |
| Czech Defense | 176 | 73 | 99 | 4 | 41.5% |
| Bishop's Opening: Vienna Hybrid, Hromádka Variation | 170 | 89 | 75 | 6 | 52.4% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 153 | 74 | 74 | 5 | 48.4% |
| Philidor Defense | 143 | 51 | 90 | 2 | 35.7% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 137 | 48 | 80 | 9 | 35.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 136 | 49 | 82 | 5 | 36.0% |
| Four Knights Game | 128 | 60 | 65 | 3 | 46.9% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 107 | 57 | 48 | 2 | 53.3% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 62.5% |
| Czech Defense | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Petrov's Defense | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 40.0% |
| French Defense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Vienna Gambit: 3...d5 4.exd5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Amar Gambit | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Four Knights Game | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Philidor Defense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 34 | 13 | 21 | 0 | 38.2% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 33 | 5 | 27 | 1 | 15.2% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 20 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Czech Defense | 18 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 16.7% |
| Philidor Defense | 16 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 18.8% |
| Amar Gambit | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Petrov's Defense | 14 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 21.4% |
| Barnes Defense | 13 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 23.1% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 13 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 30.8% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 11 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 11 | 1 |
| Losing | 23 | 0 |