Meet heikweav: The Chess Enigma
In the thrilling world of online chess, few players have a story as roller-coaster as heikweav. With a penchant for blitz battles and a dash of unpredictability, this player’s journey reads like a novel peppered with surprises—and a sly grin hidden behind every move.
Rating Ride and Style
Starting from humble beginnings with a Blitz rating bouncing around 100 in early 2024, heikweav climbed steadily up the ranks to peak at a respectable 434 by mid-2025. Their rapid games? Even more impressive, peaking at a sharp 586 early in 2024. Bullet chess hasn’t been their favorite, clocking in a modest 100, but hey, no one’s perfect!
Known for an average of nearly 52 moves per win and a slightly longer struggle with 58 moves per loss, it's clear heikweav is not a player who gives up quickly. They embrace endgames (over half their games reach this delicate phase), proving that patience is a virtue. Although their early resignation rate ticks in at under 5%, sometimes a strategic retreat is the best offense.
Opening Repertoire: The Mystery Traveler
The notorious “Top Secret” opening reigns supreme with 634 games under this cloak of mystery—just about 50% wins and losses alike, showing that unpredictability keeps opponents on their toes. Other favorites include the Indian Game boasting a sizzling ~63% win rate and the Englund Gambit where heikweav practically thrives with over 65% victories.
The Queens Pawn and Kings Pawn openings also make appearances, but be warned! The Zukertort Chigorin Variation seems like a challenging dance, with a tougher time converting games to wins.
Psych-Up and Comeback King
With a tilt factor of 12 (a respectable balance between human and chess machine), heikweav’s strongest hour is precisely 1PM—prime-time for brainpower. Facing adversity, this player shines: a comeback rate over 73% and a 44% win rate even after losing a piece. Chess games may throw curveballs, but heikweav’s resilience is no joke.
Highlights and Memorable Moments
Recent games tell a tale of tactical cunning and fierce battles. Whether winning by resignation or checkmate, heikweav’s ability to seize opportunities is clear. The checkmate victory against SantiRafel showcased sharp tactical acumen, while the nimble resignation win against QueensOverKin hints at psychological pressure that opponents just can’t handle.
The Opponent’s Nightmare—and Pal
Though the rivalry with frequent opponents like vikzul7 has been intense, heikweav's win rates against many players are a mix of perfect records and humbling losses. All in all, this player’s social chess life is as dynamic as their style—sometimes kind, sometimes fiery, always entertaining.
Fun Facts and Quirks
- Wins and losses nearly equal in Blitz over hundreds of games—it's not the winning but the excitement that counts!
- Their secret “Top Secret” opening probably involves smoke, mirrors, and a little bit of trickery.
- Evenings between 10 PM and midnight show some of their sharpest wins—perhaps fueled by late-night snacks and caffeine.
All in all, heikweav is a player to watch: a chess adventurer navigating wins, losses, and draws with equal parts passion, humor, and strategic flair. Whether you meet them in the arena or just admire from afar, one thing’s for sure—this is not your average chess profile!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| vikzul7 | 2W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| cobaltmaker | 0W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| oldpasto | 2W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| sethglondon | 2W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
| vecchiooooo | 2W / 0L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 371 | |||
| 2024 | 100 | 274 | 369 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 296W / 239L / 11D | 244W / 284L / 14D | 56.0 |
| 2024 | 37W / 42L / 2D | 40W / 41L / 3D | 54.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 634 | 316 | 302 | 16 | 49.8% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Accelerated London System | 146 | 72 | 72 | 2 | 49.3% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 39 | 18 | 19 | 2 | 46.1% |
| Indian Game | 31 | 20 | 10 | 1 | 64.5% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 28 | 11 | 15 | 2 | 39.3% |
| Englund Gambit | 27 | 17 | 10 | 0 | 63.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Horwitz Defense | 26 | 16 | 10 | 0 | 61.5% |
| Giuoco Piano Game | 25 | 15 | 10 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation | 24 | 8 | 16 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Three Knights Opening | 16 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 43.8% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 18 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 38.9% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 9 | 0 |
| Losing | 12 | 4 |