Meet gegechec: The Queenside Conqueror
Once upon a chessboard, there emerged a player known as gegechec, a humble rapid warrior whose rating has seen the thrilling rollercoaster of the sub-1100 league, peaking at a solid 1097 in April 2022. Though not a grandmaster yet, gegechec’s journey in the realm of pawns and pieces is nothing short of heroic.
Playing Style & Quirks
Known for a surprisingly patient endgame approach, gegechec averages about 57 moves per win and tanks about 65 moves per loss — clearly savoring the grueling battle till the bitter end. Their penchant for quick resignations is low (only 1.2%), which means giving up is for mere mortals, not for gegechec.
With a notable comeback rate over 70%, it seems gegechec has an almost stubborn refusal to admit defeat once even a single piece is lost (well, except in bullet and blitz, where chaos reigns supreme with minimal games played). They’re as determined as a knight tucking into the enemy’s castle, ready to turn tides.
Opening Choices
Gegechec mostly dances through the Queen's Pawn Opening and its spirited variations — including the tricky Zukertort-Chigorin variation, where they hold a respectable winning edge (54.13% win rate). The Philidor Defense is also a common battlefield, with a near 46% win rate, suggesting a love for solid classical positions peppered with subtle counterattacks. Avoid the Philidor Defense Exchange Variation, though — wins dip there to 40%!
Battle Record & Rivals
With almost equal wins and losses in rapid (3888 wins to 3915 losses), gegechec proves to be the eternal gladiator of the 900-1100 rating arena. Interestingly, they’ve enjoyed crushing dominant streaks against certain opponents like mendvarov1 (100% wins!) while suffering blank slates against a few like ahmed_usf0 (0% wins), adding a bit of spice to their chess tales.
Peak Performances & Fun Facts
- Peak Rapid Rating: 1097 (April 2022)
- Peak Blitz Rating: 658 (December 2024) — Blitz has been a tiny side venture with just two games though.
- Peak Bullet Rating: 855 (August 2023) — Bullet is still a mysterious land, with one valiant game played.
- Longest Winning Streak: 14 games — that’s more than a fortnight of chess magic!
- Average Win Rate by Day: Monday seems lucky with a 51.79% win rate, while Sundays are a bit chill at 45.6%.
- Best Hour: Early birds and night owls rejoice! The 1 AM hour boasts a dazzling 58.6% win rate for gegechec.
Recent Triumph
In one of their latest battles (May 29, 2025), playing White against mendvarov1, gegechec delivered a spectacular checkmate after a strategic grind, showcasing laser-sharp focus and a methodical queen’s pawn assault. It was a game where patience and tactics made all the difference.
In Conclusion
gegechec is the kind of player who turns every match into a battle of wits and will, often choosing the long, strategic road over the quick flashy tactics. They may not yet have an army of trophies or grandmaster titles, but their resilience, tactical comebacks, and endgame tenacity promise an exciting chess odyssey worthy of following. Expect surprises, stubborn defenses, and maybe the occasional blunder that keeps the game human and the fans entertained!
