elguilde

Player Profile: elguilde

Meet elguilde, a chess enthusiast on an epic rollercoaster ride through the 64 squares of life. With a peak rapid rating just shy of 1000, elguilde’s chess journey is less "grandmaster domination" and more "brilliant comebacks sprinkled with comedic blunders." A player who embraces both victories and defeats, they prove every match can be an adventure—even if it means occasionally losing a piece and still somehow keeping the game interesting!

About the Games

Over 300 rapid games showcase a spirited warrior rarely backing down, boasting nearly as many wins as losses (108 wins to 105 losses) and a handful of draws that keep opponents guessing. Daily games paint a similar picture of determination with 11 wins to 10 losses, while blitz… well, blitz seems to be elguilde’s wild west, with a tough 0-3 record. Slow and steady isn't always speedy in blitz, it seems!

Opening Prowess

Opening preferences: Elguilde has a soft spot for the King's Fianchetto Opening, winning over half of the 34 rapid games played with it (53% win rate). However, the Modern Defense With tactic reigns supreme in effectiveness here, boasting a 60% win rate. The Alekhine's Defense is also a trusty weapon with more wins than losses, proving elguilde isn’t afraid to challenge tradition.

Playing Style and Psychology

Known for an average of 57 moves per victory, elguilde enjoys the marathon rather than the sprint. They face endgames more than half the time, relishing the slow grind to checkmate or stalemate (there have been exactly eight draws by stalemate!). With a modest early resignation rate of under 7%, elguilde knows when to fight and when to let go—though their five-current winning streak suggests the fight is on lately!

And speaking of fight, elguilde is no stranger to bounces from setbacks. Despite losing pieces, their comeback rate stands strong at nearly 55%, proving resilience is a key chess trait. Tilt factor? A low 5%, so when the going gets tough, elguilde mostly keeps calm and carries on.

Fun Facts & Stats

• Best time to play? Midnight sharp — with a perfect 100% win rate at 0:00 hours. Night owl chess mastery!
• Favorite days to win matches: Saturdays and Mondays show over 60% and 52% success rates respectively.
• Favorite color to play: Black edges out slightly with a 50% win rate versus White at 46%.
• Longest winning streak hit 5 games; current surge at 3 games.
• Terrible at blitz? Maybe. Three games, zero wins, but hey, it's about the fun, right?

Recent Highlight:

Just on the 2nd of June, 2025, elguilde dazzled their opponent with a beautiful King's Fianchetto Opening leading to a checkmate in 23 moves. The final move, Rg8#, was as swift as it was satisfying — if only all games ended like that!

Check out the last victorious match here. Warning: may induce chess envy.

Summary

In short, elguilde is the kind of player who knows chess is about more than ratings or trophies — it’s about passion, adaptability, and having a laugh when the knight takes an unexpected stroll off the board. Whether battling through the rapid ranks or reflecting over daily games, elguilde embodies the delightful unpredictability of the game we all love.