Александр Омельченко

Александр Омельченко (funtazer) - The Relentless Chess Strategist

Александр Омельченко, known in the chess realms as funtazer, is no ordinary player—he's a whirlwind of rapid-fire moves and strategic gambits, often leaving opponents wondering, "Was that a brilliant plan or sheer luck?" Spoiler: it's mostly skill, sprinkled with a dash of creative madness.

Rating & Performance Highlights

• Peak Rapid Rating: 798 Elo (May 2025)
• Peak Blitz Rating: 866 Elo (Jan 2025) — clearly brilliant when the clock is ticking!
• Peak Daily Rating: 400 Elo (Mar 2025)
• Peak Bullet Rating: 613 Elo (Jan 2020)

Playing Style & Stats

Александр favors opening with the King's Pawn and the Italian Game variations, showing a special fondness for the Scandinavian Defense Mieses-Kotrc Variation—where he boasts nearly 60% win rate in rapid games. Not one to give up easily, he has a comeback rate over 60%, proving that even when losing a piece or two, hope is never lost!

His average moves per win hover around 60, which tells us he's a patient player, savoring each moment on the board. When things go south, the losses generally come quicker, averaging around 44 moves.

Interesting quirks include a true love/hate for certain openings in blitz: Italian Game Knight Attack Normal Variation yields a 100% win rate, while the Berlin Defense of the Bishop's Opening is like kryptonite with zero wins from seven games.

Psychological & Temporal Insights

Александр experiences a tilt factor of 12—that's chess slang for “sometimes the brain needs a break.” Yet, his best time to play and confound foes is at 10 PM, with an astonishing 100% win rate that hour. Maybe late-night snacks sharpen his tactics?

Game Records & Streaks

With over 600 rapid wins and roughly as many losses, Александер’s record shows a battle-tested warrior who never shies away from the fray. His longest winning streak stands at 11 games – a formidable hot streak! Of course, the longest losing streak is 12 games, reminding us even chess giants have off days. Currently, the streak meter reads positive with one win and zero losses.

Recent Victories

On June 1st, 2025, Александр made spectacular moves in the Bishops Opening Berlin-Vienna Hybrid Variation, culminating in a victorious resignation from his opponent. Just earlier, he flawlessly executed a checkmate in a Giuoco Piano game, showcasing both patience and precision – a true chess artist at work.

Off the Board

When not captivating the chess community, Александр might be plotting his next game over coffee or secretly plotting to confuse his foes with baffling opening selections. With a black win rate vibration almost equal to white's, he is versatile and ready to adapt to any given challenge.