Juras Mickevicius (FCLitras) - FIDE Master
Title: FIDE Master
Known in the chess world by the handle FCLitras, Juras Mickevicius is a formidable FIDE Master with an impressive track record. With a tactical prowess that can make opponents question their life choices, Juras combines strategic depth with an uncanny comeback ability that is nothing short of legendary.
Rating and Style
Juras boasts a peak Blitz rating of 2705 in 2023, with a Bullet high of an eye-popping 2439 in 2024. Their Daily rating peaked comfortably above 2100, showcasing steady classical strength. Average game length? A whopping ~78 moves in victories, proving patience and grit through long, grueling battles.
Playing Personality
With an 89% comeback rate and an astonishing 98.5% win rate after losing a piece, Juras is the definition of resilience. Opponents might think they have a free pawn, but think again—Juras turns disasters into triumphs faster than you can say "checkmate".
The win rates from White (57.61%) and Black (52.98%) indicate a player comfortable in any role—so whether opening the game or counterpunching, Juras doesn’t discriminate when it comes to making you sweat.
Psychology & Quirks
Even chess titans have their days—they have a tilt factor of 9, which is modest but still earns them the occasional facepalm moment. Interestingly, Juras wins significantly more in rated games than casual ones—a hint that adrenaline and the pressure of official matches fuel their best play.
Opener Mystery
In a mysterious twist, Juras’ opening preference remains "Top Secret" across all game types. Whether this is a master bluff or an enigmatic style choice, rest assured that the secret sauce in their opening preparation is deliciously effective, boasting win rates over 50% in blitz and nearly 80% in daily games.
Record & Rivalries
With almost 2500 wins in blitz alone and a record of crushing underdogs and stalwarts alike, Juras’ opponents range from “cicang” (who, unfortunately for them, has a 0% win rate against Juras) to “nakatomicowboy,” who is staring down a perfect 100% defeat record.
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 41 games. Yes, Juras was basically on fire.
- Peak blitz rating once hovered above 2600 in multiple years, a testament to rapid-fire brilliance.
- Prefers late-night games and early morning sessions—winning at 1 AM and 2 AM happens 100% of the time!
Whether dismantling opponents in blitz or mastering the patience required for daily chess success, Juras Mickevicius is a player who makes every chess encounter memorable—and slightly terrifying for their rivals.