Krzysztof Jasik - FIDE Master (aka Fafqulec)
Once upon a chessboard, Krzysztof Jasik emerged—a FIDE Master who commands the 64 squares with a blend of strategic insight and stubborn resilience. Known in the online realm as Fafqulec, Krzysztof's journey is a rollercoaster of peaks, humorous blunders, and impressive wins that can leave opponents scratching their heads or flipping their tables (figuratively, of course).
Rating rollercoaster & milestones
Krzysztof launched his climb around 2011 with a starting daily rating of about 1346 and a perfect 15-0 kick-off win streak that only hints at the tactical tricks up his sleeve. His rating steadily climbed through the years, reaching a peak daily rating of 2186 in December 2019.
Blitz fans would admire his lightning-fast mind that hit a blazing peak of 2455 in April 2018, while his bullet speed chess saw him zoom up to 1940 rating. In short, whether it's slow and steady or rapid-fire chess, Krzysztof has proven his mettle.
Winning smile and winning streak
With a remarkable longest winning streak of 37 games, Krzysztof can snowball victories like a grandmaster-level avalanche. However, every hero has an Achilles heel – a longest losing streak of 10 shows that even FIDE Masters are not immune to the whims of the chess gods.
Playing style and psychology
Our FIDE Master is no quitter; he’s been known to turn rocky positions around, sporting a 70% comeback rate after losing a piece. When things look grim, Fafqulec channels his inner Houdini. With an average of about 58 moves per win, patience is a virtue he has long mastered. Expect long, calculated battles that could rival a good chess-themed drama.
Psychological quirks? Oh yes! An early resignation rate of 17.65% suggests he knows when to cut losses, but he also tilts modestly (a tilt factor of 10). And here’s a fun nugget: his best time to play is at 1 AM – because who says true chess geniuses don’t burn the midnight oil?
Signature opening and tactics
If you meet Krzysztof on the board, expect a reliable “Top Secret” opening approach, winning roughly 67% of daily games with it and an amazing 81% win rate in blitz employing the same strategy. His approach is consistent and unpredictable—because who really knows what "Top Secret" moves he's planning next?
Some numbers & funny facts
- Over 600 daily games played, winning about two-thirds of them
- Blitz win rate hovers near 81%, proving he’s the guy to avoid in fast time controls
- Most played opponents include 'beydov' (10 matches) and 'konza' (7 matches), but beware – some opponents have a 0% win rate against Fafqulec!
- Wins more often when playing White (68%) but Black is no cakewalk either (67%)
Recent battlefield highlights
Victory is sweet, especially when Fafqulec wins on time, like in his recent 2024 clash against babigs where nerves, patience, and time management clinched the win. Losses, however, come even to masters, sometimes to opponents with unforgettable names like farting_nosebleed — proving even the best can have a stinky day.
To sum it up, Krzysztof Jasik’s chess story is an inspiring saga of grit, steady improvement, and moments of brilliance sprinkled with human imperfection. Follow him to catch a mix of hard-fought wins, tactical comebacks, and occasional comic relief on the squares.
Hi Krzysztof!
Below is a personalized review of your recent performance as Fafqulec, drawn from the games you shared. I’ve focused on patterns that repeat across several encounters so that the advice is immediately actionable.
What you’re already doing well
- Sharp tactical awareness. In the English Fianchetto game against T0B3RMOR3Y you steered the position into dynamic imbalances (…b5, …Qa6, …Bd4!). Your willingness to calculate long forcing lines paid off. Keep cultivating this strength through regular puzzle rush sessions.
- Central counter-punching. Whether facing 1.c4, 1.d4 or Closed Sicilians, you consistently strike back with …d5/…d6 and piece activity rather than passive setups.
- Broad experience. Classical, Chess960 and Daily formats give you a wide pattern base. Variety is an asset—just be sure to consolidate the lessons from each format (see the reflection template below).
Key areas to address next
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Time-management in Daily play
You dropped five recent games on time—even in equal or winning positions. Each timeout is a free point to the opponent and a missed learning opportunity for you.
- Enable daily push or e-mail reminders.
- Use Chess.com’s Vacation feature when real-life interferes.
- Queue Conditional Moves whenever you see only one safe reply.
- Set a rule: “Make at least one move in every game before bed.” Even 30 s per game is enough to reset the 24-hour clock.
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Endgame conversion
In several wins you were totally winning by move 30 but still had to rely on your opponent’s resignation rather than clean technique. Investing ~15 minutes/day in basic endings (king & pawn, rook vs pawn, Lucena/Philidor) will turn technical struggles into smooth victories. -
Opening depth vs breath
Your repertoire is healthy but sometimes superficial. For example, the Closed Sicilian line with 5.Bb5 gave White surprising counter-play after 8.Bxf7+. Pick one model game per opening and annotate why each move works—this cements the ideas rather than the moves.
• Start with your English Symmetrical win: and create a mini “repertoire sheet” that explains themes like …b5 breaks and …Nd4 outposts.
Practical study plan (4 weeks)
| Day | Task | Target time |
|---|---|---|
| Mon-Fri | 10 tactical puzzles – focus on inter-mezzo motifs zwischenzug | 15 min |
| Sat | Annotate one of your recent games without an engine, then compare with engine. | 45 min |
| Sun | Endgame drill (K+P, R+P) & update opening sheet. | 30 min |
Progress trackers
Milestones to celebrate
Your best Daily peak so far: – aim to surpass it by the end of the next tournament cycle.
Reflection template (copy after every game)
- Opening: Did I get the position I wanted? If not, why?
- Middlegame: One tactical motif I missed/used was ______.
- Endgame: Was my technique smooth? Where could it improve?
- Clock: Remaining time vs opponent when the game ended.
- Emotion check: What was my mindset at critical moments?
Final encouragement
You’re already playing imaginative chess and scoring upsets against higher-rated opponents. Tighten up the non-chess factors (clock & conversion) and you’ll break the 1900 barrier comfortably. I look forward to your next masterpieces!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| beydov | 7W / 3L / 0D | View Games |
| konza | 3W / 4L / 0D | View Games |
| spectare | 2W / 4L / 0D | View Games |
| malote | 3W / 1L / 1D | View Games |
| nostinkinrematches | 3W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1858 | |||
| 2022 | 1869 | |||
| 2021 | 2314 | 2042 | ||
| 2020 | 1847 | |||
| 2019 | 2186 | |||
| 2018 | 2385 | 2045 | ||
| 2017 | 2000 | |||
| 2016 | 2391 | 2111 | ||
| 2015 | 2108 | |||
| 2014 | 1812 | 1758 | ||
| 2013 | 1862 | 2277 | 2040 | |
| 2012 | 1910 | 2207 | 2069 | |
| 2011 | 2094 | 1366 | 1929 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0W / 5L / 0D | 1W / 4L / 0D | 0.4 |
| 2022 | 5W / 9L / 0D | 7W / 7L / 0D | 37.7 |
| 2021 | 19W / 7L / 2D | 17W / 5L / 3D | 48.9 |
| 2020 | 20W / 7L / 3D | 16W / 11L / 4D | 53.5 |
| 2019 | 15W / 0L / 1D | 15W / 1L / 1D | 53.7 |
| 2018 | 25W / 11L / 8D | 25W / 9L / 5D | 60.6 |
| 2017 | 11W / 5L / 1D | 12W / 7L / 2D | 54.9 |
| 2016 | 15W / 7L / 4D | 21W / 4L / 1D | 64.7 |
| 2015 | 7W / 1L / 1D | 6W / 2L / 0D | 52.6 |
| 2014 | 6W / 1L / 2D | 7W / 1L / 2D | 58.7 |
| 2013 | 35W / 9L / 6D | 32W / 14L / 3D | 65.3 |
| 2012 | 63W / 21L / 2D | 56W / 23L / 4D | 70.3 |
| 2011 | 46W / 9L / 2D | 42W / 7L / 4D | 58.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benko Gambit | 49 | 33 | 10 | 6 | 67.3% |
| Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon | 36 | 18 | 11 | 7 | 50.0% |
| Scotch Game | 36 | 24 | 10 | 2 | 66.7% |
| Unknown | 35 | 22 | 13 | 0 | 62.9% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 27 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 85.2% |
| Amar Gambit | 27 | 22 | 4 | 1 | 81.5% |
| Barnes Defense | 23 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 82.6% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 21 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 47.6% |
| Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation | 19 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 52.6% |
| English Opening: Symmetrical Variation | 18 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 88.9% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation, Sherzer Variation | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 60.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Benko Gambit | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| French Defense: Advance Variation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 71.4% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 57.1% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Amar Gambit | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Haag Gambit | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech Defense | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Benko Gambit | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Benoni Defense | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 37 | 0 |
| Losing | 10 | 4 |