Player Profile: Haku888
Since first competing in 2021, Haku888 has steadily refined an impressive repertoire across Rapid, Blitz, and Bullet chess. Early on, they reached a 2021 Rapid high of 1004 and finished that year with a rating of 860. Across subsequent seasons, Haku888’s Rapid prowess continued to grow, culminating in a peak of 971 by 2025.
In Blitz, Haku888 enjoyed a standout peak of 1108 in 2024, displaying a keen sense for shorter time controls. Though Bullet features fewer games in their record, they maintain a rating of 226, highlighting their willingness to test faster formats. A notable characteristic of Haku888’s style is a focus on endgames—61.49% of matches reach the final phase—and an exceptionally low early-resignation rate of 0.81%.
Renowned for resilience at the board, Haku888’s comeback rate stands at a striking 66.36%, indicating a strong capacity to reverse difficult positions. Their longest winning streak of seven consecutive victories hints at a tenacious mindset. Whether opting for classic lines like the Italian Game or adopting more modern setups (including a favored Pirc Defense), Haku888 has built a diverse opening repertoire. Some systems, such as the King’s Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation in Rapid, boast a perfect 100% win rate.
Psychologically, a tilt factor of 13 can introduce peaks and troughs in form, yet Haku888’s determined approach often prevails. With a 49.48% win rate as White and 47.76% as Black, this player consistently challenges opponents from both sides of the board. Augmented by a 15.37% stronger showing in rated games over casual, Haku888 demonstrates a clear competitive edge when stakes are higher. Altogether, these achievements establish Haku888 as a resourceful, persistent opponent at any time control.
