Biography of Håkon Authen (aka hawk1337)
Meet Håkon Authen, a chess enthusiast whose bullet games are as fast and unpredictable as his username suggests. Starting his journey at a modest 438 rating in 2018, Håkon didn't just spin the wheel—he blasted it, skyrocketing to a bullet peak of 1901 by 2024. That's some serious hot streak material, probably fueled by a steady diet of coffee and tactical brilliance.
His blitz rating tells a tale of perseverance and dedication. Debuting at 1054 in 2016, by 2023 he's flirting with a peak of 1904, grinding through thousands of games and emerging victorious in nearly half of them. With a blitz win count comfortably above 8,000, his opponents often feel like they're tangled in a knightmare from which there's no escape.
Håkon's rapid and daily ratings don't lag behind either. With rapid ratings climbing close to 1822 and daily games boasting a solid 1580 peak, he proves that whether it's a speed battle or a thoughtful positional slugfest, he's game. His average moves per win hover near 80, so patience is a virtue he embraces—only to unleashing a barrage of well-calculated moves.
Playing Style and Strengths
- Endgame Wizardry: With an endgame frequency of nearly 80%, Håkon clearly enjoys the thrill of pushing into the late stages where precision counts more than ever.
- Tactical Awareness: His comeback rate is an impressive 88.74%, and his win rate after losing a piece is a perfect 100%. Basically, if you think you’re winning, think again!
- White vs. Black: A slight edge playing white with a 50.83% win rate, but never underestimate his resilience on black, winning nearly half the time.
- Psychological Resilience: Sure, a tilt factor of 13 hints this grandmaster-in-the-making occasionally feels the heat, but his rated vs casual win difference shows he thrives under pressure despite the inner turmoil.
Fun Facts
- Håkon's longest winning streak is a cool 20 games—friend or foe, everyone knows when Hawk is soaring, you'd better play your best.
- His preferred opening moves are top secret... literally. No peeking here.
- When playing in the early morning hours (around 2 AM), he boasts a remarkable 66.67% win rate. Night owl or chess prodigy? You decide.
- Even though his bullet loss count is hefty, he's always ready for the next blitz battle with unrelenting spirit.
Whether he's racing the clock in bullet mode, strategizing in blitz, or diving deep in rapid and daily games, Håkon Authen is a player whose passion and grit resonate in every move, proving that chess is not just a game, it's a lifestyle—and Aaron is living it like a true hawk in the sky.
