Ido Gorshtein GM

Profile: Ido Gorshtein (aka Guriempire)

Meet Ido Gorshtein, a chess Grandmaster whose nickname Guriempire aptly reflects the vast realm he commands on the sixty-four squares. Holding the prestigious title of Grandmaster granted by FIDE, Ido navigates the chessboard like a seasoned king, balancing ruthless tactics and strategic finesse.

The Rise of a Chess Empire

Starting with modest beginnings in daily chess, Ido quickly stormed the blitz arenas, peaking at an astonishing 2922 rating in March 2023—enough to make computers raise an eyebrow. Bullet chess isn’t safe either, as the Grandmaster hit nearly 2890, showing lightning-fast moves and nerves of steel, and even managed a rapid rating soar up to 2405.

Playing Style & Personality

Ido's style is a delightful cocktail of patience and precision. With an endgame frequency of almost 79%, he loves to squeeze victories in the late stages—because who doesn’t enjoy a good chess marathon? Moves per win average at a marathon-worthy 78 moves, suggesting that surrender is not in his vocabulary.

If you were hoping to catch Ido off guard, be warned: a comeback rate over 84% means giving up a piece only fuels his fire. His tilt factor is a mere 24, proving he’s cooler under pressure than your average ice bucket. Fun fact: his best time of day to hunt down opponents is at 2 AM, because why not mix night owling with checkmating?

Favorite Openings and Secret Sauce

Ido’s opening repertoire is intriguingly labeled “Top Secret,” but his record speaks volumes: a winning rate over 52% in nearly 24,000 blitz games. Rumor has it he’s as comfortable with aggressive strikes as a knight on a mischievous spree or slow, positional squeezes. His less favorite? The Torre Attack Fianchetto Defense, with exactly zero wins in the few attempts, proving even Grandmasters have their kryptonite.

Recent Battles: Triumphs and Lessons

The last few games paint a vivid picture of a fierce competitor. On April 27, 2025, playing white as Guriempire, Ido executed a beautiful strategic ballet, culminating in a resignation victory after a masterful endgame. But even titans stumble; a recent loss on May 5 demonstrated that every empire faces challengers, especially against opponents like LPSupi.

Legendary Stats

• Blitz Record: 12,672 wins, 9,528 losses, 2,094 draws
• Bullet Record: 1,960 wins, 1,354 losses, 215 draws
• Rapid Record: Stellar win rate at 86.67% in selected games
• Longest Winning Streak: 19 games of dominance
• Known Opponent Takedowns: 100% victories against sangedrion, kouzari, kirovets, and more. Clearly, Ido doesn’t just win—he conquers.

In The Words of Guriempire:

"Chess is not just a game for me; it's a battlefield, a canvas, and sometimes an existential puzzle. And yes, sometimes I blunder, but that's just to keep things spicy."

Whether he’s grinding out long, tense matches or blitzing through opponents faster than you can say "checkmate," Ido Gorshtein remains a shining star in the chess universe. Next time you face Guriempire, bring your best game—and maybe a late-night snack.