Player Profile: gullinburste
Meet gullinburste, a dynamic chess enthusiast who has demonstrated remarkable skill and consistency across Blitz, Bullet, and Rapid time controls.
Rating Highlights
- Blitz: Peaked at an impressive 3034 in 2021. Recent form shows ratings in the high 2900s (2951 in 2022 and 2952 by 2025).
- Bullet: Reached a top rating of 2997 in 2021, maintaining strong performances year over year.
- Rapid: Achieved a pinnacle of 2815 in 2021, showing consistent play at or above the mid-2500s subsequently.
Game Volume & Win-Loss Record
With thousands of games played, gullinburste’s commitment to the sport is undeniable. Across all formats combined:
- Blitz: 7309 wins, 4553 losses, 1666 draws
- Bullet: 3429 wins, 1383 losses, 285 draws
- Rapid: 103 wins, 58 losses, 26 draws
These numbers reflect both longevity and a consistently strong performance in fast-paced scenarios.
Opening Preferences
Analyzing gullinburste’s vast repertoire reveals a fondness for lively, initiative-driven openings. Notable lines include:
- Vienna Game (Falkbeer Mieses Variation): Hundreds of games played with a favorably positive win rate.
- Sicilian Defense: Frequent use of Najdorf, Nimzowitsch, and Dragon variations, underscoring an aggressive style.
- Closed Sicilian & Caro-Kann: High game volume with consistently solid results, suggesting comfort in slower, positional battles.
Playing Style & Notable Trends
- Endgame Expertise: Heads into endgames about 85% of the time, demonstrating solid technique in drawn-out battles.
- Comeback Ability: Boasts a comeback rate exceeding 90%, suggesting resilience and resourcefulness under pressure.
- Activity by Day & Hour: Slightly higher win rates on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Rating performances also peak late at night, showing prowess even in off-peak hours.
- Tactical Edge: Rarely succumbs to one-sided losses, reflecting alertness and tactical awareness in critical positions.
Combining unwavering dedication with strong tactical and technical skills, gullinburste continues to evolve into a formidable challenger in the online chess community. Whether facing off in quick Bullet scrambles or complex endgames, this player shows no signs of slowing down.