Elie Milikow IM

Elie Milikow - International Master

Meet Elie Milikow, or as the chessboard recognizes them, elm2007. An International Master proudly titled by FIDE, Elie has spent years maneuvering through the chaotic battlegrounds of chess with a mix of strategic genius and relentless determination.

Starting their chess journey with modest beginnings and a bullet rating barely cracking 1000 back in 2013, Elie rapidly escalated to new heights, smashing past the 3000 rating mark in bullet chess by 2022! This trajectory is less "knight's tour" and more "rocket launching off the board." When not busy collecting wins in bullet, Elie also dominates in blitz and maintains an impressive rapid and daily rating, proving their versatility across all time controls.

Elie's playing style is a delightful blend of endurance and comeback magic. With an average of about 66 moves per win, they love a good battle, savoring the tactical intricacies of the endgame, showing off a 66.9% endgame frequency that would make any chess coach nod in approval. And if things don’t start well, Elie's 77.43% comeback rate means they’re the player you never want to count out – resilience personified!

Elie's psychological game is intriguing: a slight penchant to resign early (10.65% early resignation rate) probably in moments of humility or sudden brilliance, and a tilt factor slightly over 100 – because even chess heroes get emotional – especially when it’s past their "best time to play" at 1 AM. Late-night tactics often mean the early-morning legends.

Noteworthy Highlights:

• Peak Bullet Rating: 3157 (January 2022) – yes, you read that right, over 3100 and still climbing!
• Peak Blitz Rating: 3010 (April 2025) – the blitz game is as sharp as ever.
• Longest Winning Streak: 47 games – imagine convincing 47 opponents your pawns have secret ninja training.
• Favorite Openings: Loves the mystery of "Top Secret" and emerges victorious with sniper-precision in the Sicilian Defense variations.

Recent Battles:

Elie recently crushed Legolas95 in a stunning Sicilian Defense Nimzowitsch Advance, wrapping it up on time after a fierce queen-and-rook dance. Not to mention their checkmate triumph over DiamantDelfin, executing a tactical ballet on the Ruy Lopez Cozio Defense… with style.

Of course, even titans stumble; a recent duel was lost to TrahtarBelarus on time, a reminder that no chess career is ever without twists. But with a resilience like Elie’s, losses are just opportunities wearing disguises.

Ultimately, Elie Milikow is a testament to the beautiful, sometimes merciless, but always fascinating game of chess: a battle of wits where patience, preparation, and a pinch of madness can lead to glory. Whether darting in bullet time or holding strong in daily strategy, Elie proves time and time again they are a force to be reckoned with.

Fun fact: With such a steep climb and staggeringly long streaks, it’s rumored Elie talks to their pieces more than to humans, and their rook is the unofficial team captain.