Kossi SESHIE (elibo228) - The Relentless Tactician
Meet Kossi SESHIE, better known on the chess battlefield as elibo228, a chess enthusiast whose rating graph looks a bit like a thrilling rollercoaster ride—with more ups than downs in recent months! Starting with humble beginnings under 850 in early 2023, Kossi has steadily climbed the ladder, smashing the 1200 barrier in rapid chess by 2025 and flirting with a peak rating of 1271 in February 2025. Not bad for someone who engaged in nearly 4,000 rapid games, proving that perseverance is the ultimate king on Kossi’s board.
Kossi’s style can best be described as patient and strategic, favoring the endgame and averaging about 66 moves per win. An early resignation rate hovering just under 3% shows resilience, while a comeback rate of over 76% highlights an uncanny ability to turn tables when the chips are down—something every chess player secretly dreams of. Beware opponents who capture a piece early; Kossi’s win rate after losing material is a respectable 42%, meaning giving away material comes with a risk.
Opening Repertoire - A Mix of Tradition and Innovation
Whether wielding the Scandinavian Defense or diving into the Queen’s Pawn Opening on rapid games, Kossi balances classical openings with aggressive twists. Solid favorites include:
- Scandinavian Defense and its tricky Mieses Kotrc variation with a win rate near 56%
- Queen’s Pawn variations, including the Zukertort and Chigorin, landing a solid ~49% win rate
- King’s Pawn lines with a fighting spirit winning close to 45% of games
In blitz, the King’s Fianchetto and Scandinavian variations provide tactical playgrounds, while bullet games demonstrate Kossi’s flair with the Van t Kruijs Opening boasting a fantastic 63.6% win rate. Clearly, no one can accuse Kossi of sticking to a single script!
Battles Won and Lessons Learned
With over 1,600 rapid victories, 600 blitz wins, and a healthy record in bullet games, Kossi has tasted both sweet triumph and bitter defeat. Every loss has only sharpened the mind—a psychological tilt factor of 14 suggests the occasional frustration, but Kossi’s resilience shone through with more comebacks than flops.
Highlights & Trivia
- Longest winning streak? A tasty 10 games proving Kossi can get on a roll like a grandmaster!
- Current streak may be a single loss, but hey—it’s all part of the game.
- Best time to play? The wee hours at around 3:00 a.m.—apparently, Kossi thrives in the chess nocturne.
- Winning percentage is highest on Saturdays and in the afternoon hours (3 PM to 6 PM), when the strategic juices flow best.
Recent Memorable Win
In a rapid duel dated May 28, 2025, Kossi played a brilliant Trompowsky Attack Raptor Variation to victory against "Neasito" by resignation after only 10 moves of fierce maneuvering. Quick, precise, and effective - elibo228’s signature.
Final Thoughts
Kossi SESHIE is the kind of player who epitomizes the love of the game: lots of games, countless hours of practice, ups and downs in rating, but always moving forward. From rapid battles lasting over an hour to blinding bullet games, elibo228 has carved a unique path through the competitive chess world. Whether it’s outsmarting opponents in the Scandinavian or concocting surprises with Queen’s Pawn openings, Kossi’s journey is a reminder that chess is not only about kings and queens but about passion, persistence, and having a little fun along the way.
Ready to challenge Kossi? Beware, the board might be set for a comeback!
