Cseke Ricsi: The Grandmaster of Blazing Boards
Meet Cseke Ricsi, a chess virtuoso known in the online realm as GiantOCR. This is not just any player; this is a warrior of pawns and knights whose journey through the ranks reads like an epic saga of triumphs, stumbles, and recovery dances on the 64 squares.
Starting from humble beginnings back in 2012 with a modest blitz rating in the low 1400s, Ricsi blitzed his way up the ladder, exhibiting a steady climb that culminated in a peak blitz rating of 2433 by mid-2025. It’s safe to say he’s the kind of player who turns up to a chessboard and leaves with a story worth telling — mostly about how his opponents resigned out of respect (or fear).
His lightning-fast reflexes shine brightest in blitz chess, where over 49,000 games have been fought, complete with a near even split of wins and losses but an impressive win rate hovering around 46.66% when wielding the mysterious "Top Secret" opening (which remains, well, top secret). Ricsi’s favorite battles often involve the Trompowsky Attack and its variations, where he mixes tactical fireworks with strategic depth.
Bullet? He’s tried it, with a highest rating of 2169 and a respectable record. Rapid chess? Sure, he dabbles there too, having peaked at 1687, proving he’s versatile enough to handle both furious time scrambles and more thoughtful encounters.
Playing Style & Quirks
- Endgame Enthusiast: With nearly 79% endgame frequency, Ricsi prefers seeing battles through to the bitter end – because that’s where legends are made.
- Comback King: An astonishing 86% comeback rate suggests that losing a piece or being down isn't a setback; it's just motivation to turn the tables.
- Early Resignation Rate: At 1.69%, he's not quick to give up – only the truly hopeless positions earn surrender.
- Psychological Tactics: He knows the value of timing; his best play happens at the unholy hour of 2 AM – dark and mysterious, just like his middle game maneuvers.
Recent Highlights
In June 2025, under the alias GiantOCR, Ricsi secured a commanding victory using the classic Trompowsky Attack Edge Variation, defeating adampp93 in a battle of wits and nerves with plenty of sacrifices and strategic finesse. The opponent resigned, probably muttering, “How does he see all this at blitz speed?”.
Ricsi’s record shows fierce clashes with regular foes like adic and yurich25, proving he thrives on fierce rivalries and enjoys pushing his skills against tough competition. His longest winning streak is a majestic 35 games, a streak that could break even the steeliest nerves.
Fun Facts
- His opening repertoire is so secretive that even his “Top Secret” opening racks up thousands of games.
- He’s so good at comebacks, it’s rumored he once switched hands mid-game just to confuse his opponent further.
- If there was a chess weather forecast, “stormy tactics with a chance of checkmate” would be his forecast every day.
Whether facing down the clock or outmaneuvering grandmasters in rapid-fire exchanges, Cseke Ricsi remains a name synonymous with relentless spirit, tactical wizardry, and an uncanny ability to make every game an unforgettable story.