Luis Carlos Mora

Luis Carlos Mora aka "Hardlumo"

Meet Luis Carlos Mora, better known in the chess realm as Hardlumo, a rapid chess virtuoso whose game mirrors a rollercoaster ride — with tactical turns, surprising comebacks, and the occasional dramatic resignation (usually his opponent’s). Known for his love of the King's Pawn Opening and an almost poetic 100% win rate with the Van Geet Opening's reversed Nimzowitsch Variation, Luis Carlos approaches the game with a mix of classical wisdom and sly unpredictability.

Since ramping up in 2025, Luis has played over 130 rapid games with a nearly balanced record: 68 wins, 64 losses, and 6 draws. His peak rating skyrocketed to an impressive 371 in May 2025, proving he’s no slouch when the clock ticks down.

Famous for a comeback rate near 59%, Hardlumo never gives up, often turning the tables just when opponents think victory is theirs. Admittedly, he occasionally surrenders to time trouble (with a few losses on time), but hey, who hasn’t misplaced a rook in the heat of chase against the clock? His longest winning and losing streaks are both five games long — truly a player who knows the emotional rollercoaster of chess.

Opening Style Highlights

• King's Pawn Opening: A solid 50% win rate across 36 games.
• King's Pawn Opening, King's Knight Variation: His personal playground boasting a sparkling 77.78% win rate.
• Van Geet Opening, Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation: A perfect record of 3 wins in 3 games — Luis's secret weapon against unsuspecting foes.

Preferred Battlefield: Rapid Time Control

Luis prefers to keep the pace brisk. He averages about 41 moves per win, showing that while quick, he’s not about cheap thrills. His games are often prolonged tactical battles, testing both his endurance and psychological stamina.

Psychology & Play Hours

If you want to catch him at his best, aim for an 11 AM game: his "best time of day to play". Though his win rate fluctuates throughout the week and day, he's notably sharp on Tuesday afternoons and maintains nearly a 70% win rate late at night around 11 PM.

Memorable Recent Victory

In a recent rapid match against fizzer786, Luis dazzled with a Nimzowitsch Defense Declined, orchestrating a relentless assault that forced his opponent to resign. His strategic patience and timely queen maneuvers sealed the deal in under 20 moves.

Fun Facts & Quirks

• Although he sometimes opts for early resignation with a ~6.25% frequency, it's usually because he spotted a mate before you did.
• His white pieces show just a slightly better win rate (50%) compared to black (48.57%), proving he's confident no matter which side he plays.
• He’s notorious for schmoozing a winning position... but occasionally forgets to hit the clock, resulting in a handful of time losses. Oops!
• Luis has a tilt factor of 5 – not too high, just enough to keep him spicy.

With a blend of steady openings, tactical flare, and a good-natured approach to his wins and losses, Luis Carlos Mora remains an exciting player to watch on the rapid chess battlefield. Challenge him if you dare, but beware: his knights have been known to sneak up where you least expect them.