Grandmaster Arman Pashikian
Meet GM_Arman_Pashikian, a chess virtuoso whose blitz rating once soared to an astonishing 2871 in early 2022—proof that sometimes it's good to be fast and furious on the 64 squares. Arman earned the prestigious title of Grandmaster from FIDE, cementing their legacy as a fierce tactical warrior and a master strategist.
With a blitz career spanning several years, Arman has played over 950 games with a win rate hovering around 44%, which is pretty impressive considering how ruthless blitz can be. Their rapid games may be fewer, but they're flawless in that format, boasting a 100% win rate in a couple of hard-fought battles.
Style & Strengths
Arman loves a good challenge, often going deep into the endgame — nearly 88% of games see them wrestling through complex finales. Known for a tactical comeback rate of nearly 90%, Arman has a knack for turning the tables even after losing a piece, making opponents think twice before celebrating too soon.
Interestingly, Arman’s best play emerges at the witching hour — midnight is when their brain truly wakes up and the pawns start marching confidently. Though the tilt factor is measurable, it’s kept in check, so don’t expect them to rage-quit anytime soon (just 0.25% early resignation rate).
Memorable Achievements & Stats
- Longest winning streak: 11 games — a streak of brilliance that would make even Magnus take notice.
- Impeccable record against certain opponents, holding multiple 100% win rates against players like "el-capa" and "ashotasho."
- Preferred weapon in blitz: a mysterious "Top Secret" opening repertoire, wielded in over 950 games.
Recent Adventures on the Board
In their latest rapid game on December 14, 2024, Arman delivered a swift and elegant checkmate against AshotAsho, showcasing a combination of sharp tactics and positional play (the game can be viewed here). It's proof that "GM" in their username stands for Great Moves.
Even champions stumble: a recent loss to "Dyadya81" in March 2023 reminded everyone that chess, much like life, is about learning and adapting… and sometimes, setting traps for revenge!
Fun Fact
When not dazzling opponents on the chessboard, Arman is probably plotting their next blitz comeback or double-checking the obscure lines of their "Top Secret" opening arsenal. Just don’t challenge them at 00:00 — you might not see your king again!