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Fifand

Playing Since: 2021-10-12 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟♟♟

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Daily: 958
5W / 1L / 0D
Rapid: 1211
89W / 39L / 3D
Blitz: 783
214W / 222L / 7D
Bullet: 765
6318W / 6333L / 63D

Meet Fifand: The Chess Maestro with a Biological Twist

Fifand emerged onto the chess scene much like a resilient organism adapting to its environment. Starting from humble beginnings with rapid ratings as low as 596 in 2021, this player quickly evolved—climbing to a respectable 1244 and eventually pushing 1257, proving that even in the competitive jungle of chess, evolution is the name of the game.

Much like a master biologist who studies the intricate dance of cells, Fifand dissects chess positions with surgical precision. Whether it’s in Rapid battles or blitz skirmishes, this player employs an arsenal of classic openings—from the Kings Pawn Opening and the Giuoco Piano (which once yielded a perfect 100% win rate in a few games) to more complex Scandinavian defenses. The impressive mix of openings shows that Fifand’s style is as versatile as the genetic code itself.

Evidently, Fifand doesn’t shy away from tempo challenges; the win-loss-draw records speak of someone who thrives on tactical comebacks and knows exactly when to launch a ‘mating’ attack. With a longest winning streak of 13 and a comeback rate nearing 45%, Fifand reminds us that even if life (or a chess game) throws a curve (or a gambit), the DNA of true champions always finds a way to repair and reconfigure for success.

Time itself appears to be a factor in this chess evolutionary journey. The player’s performance peaks at unexpected hours—boasting a 64.52% win rate at certain early morning hours and a consistent mid-day survival, much like diurnal creatures that take advantage of the natural rhythms to thrive in the wild battleground of chess.

Overall, Fifand’s story is one of strategic adaptation and calculated precision. With a tilt factor low as 13 and a fearless approach even after losing material, every move is a blend of biology and brutality—ensuring that this chess player’s journey is not just about capturing kings and queens, but about harnessing the very principles of life to create checkmating masterpieces.


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Quick recap of the recent games

You’ve been playing sharp, attacking lines a lot (h-pawn storms, early piece activity and tactical sacrifices). Your recent wins show a knack for mating patterns and quick tactics; your losses are mostly time losses or positions where counterplay was allowed. Small, consistent fixes will raise your bullet score fast.

  • Bright points: fast tactical recognition, aggressive king hunts, converting attacks to mate (example: Qh7 mate in one of your wins).
  • Main issues: time management (several games ended on time), occasional over‑extension of pawns that create targets, and missing simple defensive moves under time pressure.
  • Opportunities: tighten up basics (king safety, simple exchanges) and practice bullet-specific clock skills (selective premoves, instant recaptures).

Concrete lessons from the games

Short, actionable takeaways you can use immediately.

  • Convert attacks cleanly: when your opponent’s king is exposed, try to force simplifications that keep the attacking momentum (trade into a winning tactic instead of hunting material).
  • Watch the h-pawn storms: they win quickly when the opponent’s king is uncastled, but they can create weak squares if the attack fizzles — keep a plan to either open files or retreat pieces to safe squares.
  • Time control habit: you lost multiple games to the clock. In 1-minute games prioritize safe, quick developing moves and only calculate deep lines when the tactics are forced.
  • When ahead simplify: if you gain material or a clear attack, swap pieces to reduce your calculation burden. In bullet, fewer pieces = fewer tactical pitfalls and faster moves.
  • Premoves: use them for obvious recaptures and pawn pushes, but don’t premove into checks or complicated captures — those cost more time than they save when wrong.

Examples & replay (study this short win)

Rewatch the quick mating game to internalize the pattern — forcing moves and the queen lift to h7:

What you’re doing well (so keep it)

These strengths are the foundation to build on — don’t change them, refine them.

  • Fearless attacking instincts — you see mating nets early and are willing to sacrifice to open lines.
  • Good opening familiarity in aggressive systems (your database shows lots of Scandinavian and QGD lines you play confidently).
  • Ability to punish passive defense — opponents who hang back often get run over quickly.

Priority improvements (high ROI for bullet)

Small habits you can practice that return big rating gains in bullet.

  • Clock-first thinking: Make a habit — on move 10–15 in 1|0, ask “Is this safe and fast?” If yes — play it. If no — simplify or repeat a forcing move.
  • Selective premoves: premove forced recaptures and quiet pawn pushes only. Never premove into potential checks.
  • Tactical pattern training: 5–10 minutes a day on one tactical motif (back-rank, queen/rook mates, forks) — speed matters more than depth for bullet.
  • Endgame basics: learn a few fast winning plans (king + pawn races, simple rook vs minor piece conversions) so you can finish positions without deep calculation.
  • Defensive checklist: before making a flashy move, scan for opponent checks, captures and threats — a 2-second safety scan prevents costly blunders under time trouble.

7-day practice plan (bullet-focused)

Compact, practical schedule — follow it between sessions.

  • Day 1 — 10 min tactics (back-rank and mating patterns), 20 bullet games with focus on fast development.
  • Day 2 — 10 min premove drills (practice in unranked arena), 20 bullet games focusing on safety-first moves.
  • Day 3 — 10 min endgame drills (king & pawn races, basic rook endings), 15 rapid games (5|0) to practice deeper decisions.
  • Day 4 — Replay 5 recent wins and 5 recent losses (identify recurring mistakes), 20 bullet games applying one improvement.
  • Day 5 — 15 min mixed tactics, 30 bullet games focusing on converting small advantages to wins.
  • Day 6 — Play longer time controls (10|0 or 15|10) to build fundamentals, then 10 rapid bullets to reapply.
  • Day 7 — Restudy one opening you like (e.g. Scandinavian Defense or a QGD line), 20 bullet games implementing the opening plan cleanly.

Small checklist to use while playing

Tuck this in your head every game — 3 items before you move:

  • Is my king safe? (look for checks and back-rank issues)
  • Am I losing material on the next move? (scan for hanging pieces)
  • Can I premove this safely or will it get me in trouble?

Next steps & resources

Keep building on tactics and clock skills. When you’re ready, share a specific game you want drilled move-by-move and I’ll annotate it for you.

  • Replay the short mate above several times until the pattern is automatic.
  • Work three days on premove discipline — you’ll cut time losses quickly.
  • If you want, send one loss that felt “close” and I’ll give line-by-line fixes.


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 733 783 1211 958
2023 475 908 1200
2022 653 1257
2021 1236
Rating by Year20212022202320251257475YearRatingBulletBlitzRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 3321W / 3013L / 33D 3016W / 3345L / 30D 45.6
2023 109W / 95L / 1D 96W / 105L / 6D 51.2
2022 2W / 2L / 0D 2W / 2L / 0D 58.8
2021 43W / 13L / 2D 38W / 21L / 1D 49.3

Openings: Most Played

Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Barnes Opening: Walkerling 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Scandinavian Defense 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Amazon Attack 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Colle: 3...Bf5, Alekhine Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
QGD: Chigorin, 3.cxd5 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Döry Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Scandinavian Defense 3534 1722 1797 15 48.7%
Australian Defense 1879 924 951 4 49.2%
QGD: Chigorin, 3.cxd5 973 542 423 8 55.7%
Amazon Attack 843 403 439 1 47.8%
Amar Gambit 633 294 334 5 46.5%
QGD: 2...Bf5 3.cxd5 360 186 173 1 51.7%
QGA: 3.e3 c5 349 183 164 2 52.4%
London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation 329 144 182 3 43.8%
QGD: 3.Nc3 Bb4 317 171 144 2 53.9%
QGA: 3.Nf3 Bg4 262 151 111 0 57.6%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Barnes Opening: Walkerling 50 28 22 0 56.0%
Scandinavian Defense 38 19 19 0 50.0%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 35 18 17 0 51.4%
Petrov's Defense 26 11 15 0 42.3%
Elephant Gambit 23 9 14 0 39.1%
Barnes Defense 17 9 8 0 52.9%
Amar Gambit 16 7 9 0 43.8%
Philidor Defense 14 9 5 0 64.3%
Amazon Attack 14 3 10 1 21.4%
Scotch Game 11 6 5 0 54.5%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Amazon Attack 11 7 4 0 63.6%
Blackburne Shilling Gambit 10 7 3 0 70.0%
Barnes Opening: Walkerling 8 7 1 0 87.5%
Elephant Gambit 7 7 0 0 100.0%
Scandinavian Defense 6 6 0 0 100.0%
Barnes Defense 5 5 0 0 100.0%
Dresden Opening: The Goblin 5 2 3 0 40.0%
Amar Gambit 4 2 1 1 50.0%
French Defense 4 2 1 1 50.0%
Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation 4 2 2 0 50.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 13 1
Losing 14 0
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