Erik Casas Riera

Erik Casas Riera: The Relentless Gambit Enthusiast

Erik Casas Riera, known in the chess world as erik-bigas, is a player whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as it is puzzling. While his daily rating hovers modestly in the mid-300s, Erik's rapid chess performances tell a story of passionate battles and daring tactics that leave his opponents both baffled and impressed.

Rating Rollercoaster and Playing Style

Since first dipping his toes into competitive rapid chess in 2022 with a starting rating of 127, Erik quickly ramped up to a peak of nearly 500. Despite some ups and downs, his averages and persistence show a tenacity that any chess aficionado can admire. His playing style is marked by:

• Early resignation rate: A modest 6.21%, proving he doesn't throw in the towel too easily.
• Endgame prowess: With over 65% of his games reaching the endgame stage, Erik clearly enjoys the long haul, teasing out every advantage like a seasoned strategist.
• Average moves per result: Victories come quicker (56 moves) than losses drag on (nearly 66 moves), maybe because he’s great at pushing until the last pawn drops.
• Balanced winning rates with white and black: Around 41% each, displaying comfort regardless of color.

The Comeback Kid

If life (or chess) throws Erik a curveball, he’s ready to turn things around. His comeback rate is a dazzling 63.81%, and if he loses a piece early, he still manages a perfect 100% win rate afterward. That’s not luck; that’s tactical awareness at its finest—an ability to flip a losing hand into a triumphant checkmate.

Fun Stats and Noteworthy Quirks

Erik’s longest winning streak is an impressive 9 games. However, his current streak is 0—so watch out, opponents, the beast is ready to awaken.

His win distribution by time shows a curious pattern: mornings and late evenings seem to be his sweet spots, with a peak win rate of 52.38% at 9 AM and a friendly 49.47% at 3 AM. Clearly, Erik may be a night owl or an early bird—or maybe just loves a chess challenge whenever it arises.

Someone’s Got a Secret...

Erik’s favorite opening is shrouded in mystery—literally called "Top Secret" by his stats. It’s been employed in over 2,500 rapid games. While his win rate here is a respectable 41.45%, the very secretive name implies he may occasionally surprise his opponents with unexpected and crafty opening preparation.

Noteworthy Opponents & Memorable Matches

Among many battles, Erik has played dananaranama2121 eleven times, though with a tough 18% success rate there—some rivalries are simply for the thrill! But he has a perfect 100% record against a surprising number of others, from the likes of bobboy123432 to yourette23. Talk about a mixed bag of chess foes and victories!

In Closing...

Erik Casas Riera isn’t just a player; he’s a strategic rollercoaster rider, an early-morning tactician, a late-night endgame fighter, and an all-around chess character who approaches the game with the passion of a grandmaster and the humor of someone who knows the game is as much about resilience as it is about winning.

Whether you're a fan, a friend, or a future opponent, Erik’s games promise excitement, unpredictability, and a little bit of that “Top Secret” flair.