GautiHeimir

GautiHeimir: The Rollercoaster of Rapid Chess

Meet GautiHeimir, a rapid chess enthusiast whose rating journey resembles a thrilling rollercoaster ride! Starting strong back in April 2021 with a peak rapid rating of 610 — impressive for anyone dipping their toes into the chess ocean — GautiHeimir's path has been full of highs, lows, wins, and learning opportunities.

Although the rating graph has its dips (we're looking at you, 211 in December 2024), the resilience is what stands out. With a comeback rate over 62%, GautiHeimir often bounces back like a true fighter, refusing to let losses define the story. Winning streaks up to 9 games show that when the stars align, this player can be unstoppable.

Speaking of style, GautiHeimir doesn’t shy away from early resignations (about 10% of games), but when sticking it out, the endgame phase often brings thrilling tactical fireworks, featuring an average of around 48 moves per win. White or Black, it doesn't matter — but Black pieces seem to have a slight edge with a higher win rate of 43.2% compared to 35.9% with White.

The player's opening repertoire is as eclectic as a well-stocked buffet! Favorites include the tried-and-true King's Pawn Opening (though with a modest 25% win rate, it’s clear this opening invites a challenge) and the surprisingly effective Van't Kruijs Opening, boasting a respectable 57% win rate. Impressively, the whimsical Bird's Opening and its Dutch Variation show a mixed bag, hinting at a taste for experimentation and the thrill of unpredictability.

Blitz chess is a different beast for GautiHeimir, with a peak blitz rating of 659, but overall just 5 wins against 23 losses — apparently, the faster the clock ticks, the more the chaos reigns. Perhaps it's best to save the rapid time control for true magic to unfold.

When it comes to psychological trends, GautiHeimir prefers the mysterious hours of the night and early morning, with a “best time to play” at 2 AM. Maybe it’s the quiet and the dim lights that ignite those strategic neurons. Curiously, this player exhibits a low tilt factor of 8, a commendable psychological steadiness in the face of defeat.

Recent Highlights

Victory by Checkmate (23rd May 2025): In a daring encounter against Miglebarkauskaite, GautiHeimir played Black and executed a brilliant checkmate after just 14 moves in a quirky Grob Opening, proving that even offbeat openings can lead to dazzling triumphs.

Learning from Defeats: Losses such as the one to Elementombra in a Scotch Game Classical Variation remind us that even the best can stumble, but each game is a step closer to mastery.

Opponent Chronicles

GautiHeimir has a love-hate relationship with opponents like miglebarkauskaite and bigsaucey, holding a perfect 100% win record against them, while others like rezkiyy and elementombra seem determined to balance the scales.

In Summary

If you’re looking for a chess player whose journey captures the essence of perseverance, experimentation, and the pure joy of the game — with a dash of humor and occasional dramatic ups and downs — GautiHeimir is your champion. Expect unexpected openings, late-night brilliance, and a fighting spirit that makes every game a fresh story.