About C R (aka ELpana)
C R, affectionately known in the chess world as ELpana, is a relentless competitor who lives on the edge of the 64 squares. From humble beginnings with a modest bullet rating of just over 1000 in 2010, ELpana’s chess journey is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride—with plenty of ups, downs, and a few dizzying spins.
Over the years, ELpana has amassed over 11,200 bullet wins (and survived almost as many losses), proving that resilience might just be their greatest strength. When not blitzing through ultra-fast games, they also dabble seriously in blitz, daily, and even rapid formats, showing a passion that transcends time controls and opening lines.
Playing Style & Strengths
- Endgame Whisperer: ELpana’s games often stretch deep, with an average of 69 moves per win and a whopping 82% endgame frequency. This means if you survive the opening, get ready for a long, psychological battle.
- Comeback Kid: An astounding 85% comeback rate and 100% win rate after losing a piece reveal a fighting spirit that refuses to quit, even when down a rook or two.
- Early Resignation Rate: Just 0.44%, meaning ELpana does not give up easily. Surrendering is for mere mortals.
Opening Love Affair
ELpana is a known fan of the Queens Pawn Openings, wielding the Levitsky Attack, Torre Attack, and Zukertort Variation like old friends. The Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation is their trusty weapon in bullet battles, with almost 4,000 games fought on its wings at nearly a 50% success rate.
Fun fact: The Levitsky Attack in daily chess boasts a win rate of over 70% for ELpana—proving that slow and steady often wins the day... or at least the rating points.
Time Machine Stats
When does ELpana shine brightest? Late evenings, especially around 10 PM, where their win rate jumps to a confident 53%. Night owls beware—ELpana's board vision might just be sharper under the moonlight.
Quirky Tidbits
- Tilt Factor 16: Yes, ELpana experiences tilt like the rest of us mere mortals, but it’s kept well in check.
- Rated vs Casual: The only place ELpana might take a hit is against casual opponents, with a slight -10% win difference, proving that sometimes the friendliest games can be the trickiest.
- Favorite Opponents: The player fastdog has been a frequent sparring partner, with 67 battles and a closely fought win-loss ratio. Rivals keep the flame alive!
From grinding thousands of bullet games to maintaining solid rapid peaks over 1700, ELpana is a chess journeyman who embodies the passion and persistence that make this ancient game endlessly thrilling.
Whether you want to admire sneaky Scandinavian tactics or prepare for an epic endgame marathon, keep an eye out for C R—sheer determination, a sprinkle of cheekiness, and a whole lot of chess fun guaranteed!