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hannibal4

Playing Since: 2010-08-03 (Active)

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Blitz: 2444
4400W / 3190L / 707D
Bullet: 2558
47713W / 50071L / 6385D

Player Profile: hannibal4

Meet hannibal4, a blitz and bullet chess virtuoso whose journey through the ranks resembles an epic saga full of tactical fireworks and resilient comebacks. With a current bullet rating busting through the 2500 barrier and blitz soaring comfortably above 2400 at peak times, hannibal4 doesn’t just play chess—they perform high-speed ballet on the 64 squares.

Blitz and Bullet: The Speed Demon

In blitz, hannibal4 is a master of quick decision-making, boasting years of experience and a knack for winning even when most players would have given up. From a humble start around 1434 in 2010, the blitz rating rocketed to a respectable 2444 by 2021, accompanied by an average move count over 70 moves per win—proving chess is less sprint, more marathon.

But it’s in bullet chess where hannibal4 truly shines. Starting at a modest 1381 rating in 2010, this player has surged to an impressive peak rating of 2720, a number that would terrify even the best grandmasters in a 1-minute frenzy. More than 65,000 bullet games played, with a win count flirting near 65%, showcases massive dedication and nerves of steel.

Playing Style and Psychological Armor

Not one to fold under pressure, hannibal4’s comeback rate in tactical battles is a staggering 87.68%, and remarkably, the win rate after losing a piece sits at a perfect 100%. This player embodies resilience, bouncing back from adversity like a chess phoenix rising from the ashes. The tilt factor hovers at a modest 30%, which means bad beats sting but don’t ruin the day—typical of a seasoned gladiator of the board.

Endgames are this player’s playground, with an 80% frequency, showing a love for the subtle, gritty, and often overlooked stages of battle where champions are truly made.

Familiar Rivals and Signature Moves

hannibal4 has repeatedly faced opponents like never_walk_alone, javicio, and tpros — proving not just skill but persistence. The record speaks volumes: a highly competitive player who wins over 50% of games against many tough foes.

Opening preferences reveal a taste for mystery and intrigue, with solid performances in the Unknown Opening in blitz (53.2% win rate) and a trust in the so-called Top Secret openings in bullet chess, where victory comes just below 45% of the time — because every good player leaves their secret weapon close to the chest.

A Day in the Life of hannibal4

Strategically, hannibal4 plays across all hours but likes late evenings the most, hitting peak performance around 23:00 with an impressive 53.85% win rate, and owning those high-pressure moments on Tuesday evenings too. Averaging over 70 moves per game, this player’s style blends patience and precision — who said blitz was all about reckless swaps? Not here.

In Closing

In a world where speed often equals chaos, hannibal4 remains a model of thoughtful aggression and psychological strength. Whether blitz or bullet, this player is a relentless storm on the digital battlefield, proving that fast doesn’t mean careless, and resilience wins games.

So, if you ever spot hannibal4 zooming through the ranks or smothering the clock while crushing pawns, remember: this is a chess player who combines brains, speed, and a bit of mystery, wrapped in one cunning username.


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Positive Aspects of Your Recent Bullet Games

You've shown some strong qualities that are helping you maintain a competitive edge in fast-paced bullet chess:

  • Opening Preparation: Your knowledge of the Sicilian Defense and related variations is solid, as seen in successful games using the Closed Sicilian and Four Knights variations.
  • Calculations Under Time Pressure: Winning games on time and delivering checkmates quickly indicates good speed and focus, a key skill in bullet games.
  • Endgame Technique: Your ability to convert advantages by pushing passed pawns and coordinating rooks in the endgame is evident from quite precise maneuvering in winning positions.
  • Versatility: You switch between different openings such as the Caro-Kann and French Defense confidently, which helps you adapt to opponents' styles and surprises.

Areas for Improvement to Boost Your Bullet Performance

To raise your bullet game even further, consider focusing on these aspects:

  • Time Management: Despite some games won on time, consistent better balance between speed and accuracy could help reduce losses on time or rushed mistakes.
  • Handling Complex Tactical Positions: Some losses arise from tactical errors — sharpening pattern recognition and double-checking captures or threats fast can make a difference.
  • Reducing Errors in Opening Transitions: Although your openings are well chosen, the transitions to middlegame can occasionally become shaky — reviewing key lines and typical plans may help you stay solid.
  • Maintaining Calm in Pressure Moments: Quick bullet games can increase blunders during intense fights; practicing focused thinking despite time ticking down will aid consistency.

Suggestions for Study and Practice

Here are some targeted ways to enhance your current level based on your recent games and overall stats:

  • Review and drill tactical motifs (pins, forks, skewers, discovered attacks) regularly using speed training tools to improve instinctive play in bullet.
  • Study your favorite openings deeper, focusing on common pawn structures and typical plans in lines such as the Sicilian Closed and Caro-Kann to avoid early mishaps.
  • Practice bullet time management techniques — for instance, set mini goals like spending no more than 3 seconds per move when no direct tactical threat exists.
  • Analyze your recent losses to recognize recurring mistakes and avoid repeating them under pressure.
  • Try occasional rapid or blitz games to allow slightly more thinking time, applying lessons learned in bullet to improve understanding.

Encouragement and Outlook

Your recent one-month rating increase and positive trend slopes suggest you are on an upward path, which is great for sustained improvement. Keep focusing on sharpening your opening repertoire and increasing your tactical sharpness, and your bullet results will follow.

Remember, bullet is as much about quick instincts as it is about solid fundamentals, so balancing speed with accuracy will be key to climbing further.



🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
nkabinazar 1W / 1L / 0D View
Chessbook314 2W / 1L / 0D View
arifarsss 0W / 1L / 0D View
drabmajor 8W / 6L / 0D View
Wilson Spaqi 14W / 7L / 2D View
slowmo2025 0W / 1L / 0D View
julianproleiko 0W / 1L / 0D View
@ZarNiAg 5W / 3L / 0D View
Frank van Tellingen 42W / 51L / 5D View
Thiện Trần 1W / 0L / 0D View
Most Played Opponents
Never_walk_alone 250W / 248L / 47D View Games
javicio 204W / 225L / 23D View Games
Anselm Wagner 126W / 151L / 23D View Games
Tiago Pereira Rodrigues 94W / 186L / 17D View Games
Hitmantotez 136W / 131L / 20D View Games

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 2609
2024 2573
2023 2586
2022 2411
2021 2646 2444
2020 2621 2401
2019 2522 2432
2018 2363 2415
2017 2347 2281
2016 2241 2174
2015 2262
2014 2144
2013 2115 2080
2012 2294
2011 2100 2041
2010 2604 2134
Rating by Year201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024202526462041YearRatingBulletBlitz

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 1583W / 1412L / 166D 1354W / 1581L / 225D 72.7
2024 3613W / 3086L / 422D 2921W / 3682L / 536D 74.1
2023 1480W / 1292L / 162D 1229W / 1516L / 221D 74.4
2022 2931W / 2775L / 358D 2394W / 3203L / 463D 76.1
2021 3067W / 3006L / 475D 2658W / 3421L / 485D 74.6
2020 3053W / 2988L / 417D 2468W / 3431L / 477D 74.5
2019 2414W / 1895L / 311D 1947W / 2261L / 393D 74.9
2018 2586W / 2133L / 288D 2189W / 2480L / 349D 73.2
2017 2377W / 2012L / 222D 1976W / 2379L / 276D 72.5
2016 1064W / 788L / 78D 952W / 903L / 78D 69.5
2015 989W / 749L / 74D 814W / 913L / 72D 71.7
2014 1195W / 924L / 99D 1113W / 1009L / 88D 69.6
2013 279W / 184L / 12D 248W / 208L / 20D 71.5
2012 522W / 337L / 28D 460W / 384L / 39D 72.0
2011 48W / 63L / 1D 33W / 81L / 4D 65.6
2010 238W / 173L / 13D 212W / 182L / 21D 69.0

Openings: Most Played

Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Sicilian Defense: Closed 11007 5436 4978 593 49.4%
French Defense 5713 3077 2349 287 53.9%
Caro-Kann Defense 4863 2606 1975 282 53.6%
Sicilian Defense: Four Knights Variation, Cobra Variation 3910 1705 1796 409 43.6%
Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation 3716 1572 1870 274 42.3%
Scandinavian Defense 3464 1632 1642 190 47.1%
Modern 3299 1564 1545 190 47.4%
Four Knights Game 3206 1638 1313 255 51.1%
Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line 3025 1257 1613 155 41.5%
Amar Gambit 2955 1173 1626 156 39.7%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 17 3
Losing 30 0
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