Profile: i_c_y_Prince
Meet i_c_y_Prince, the chess gladiator whose rating journey looks like a thrilling rollercoaster ride through Rapid, Daily, Blitz, and Bullet realms. Rising impressively from a rapid rating low of 100 in August 2024 to reaching a summit over 930 by May 2025, this player can both climb and dive faster than a knight’s unpredictable L-shaped hop!
Playing Style & Strengths
Known for a solid endgame frequency of about 47%, i_c_y_Prince patiently grinds down opponents with an average of 46 moves to victory, embracing the long battles more than quick skirmishes. While the early resignation rate sits at a modest 8.4%, this player’s resilience shines through a remarkable 61.2% comeback rate — the ultimate comeback kid who thrives under pressure.
Tactical awareness? Absolutely. With a win rate of over 44% even after losing a piece, i_c_y_Prince never surrenders quietly and makes sure every lost piece stings the opponent back. The tilt factor is kept low (only 8%), showing a coolness under fire that matches their username’s icy vibe.
Favorite Openings & Battle Tactics
- Rapid Play: Loves the Scandinavian Defense (56.67% win rate) and the sturdy Caro Kann (almost 64% wins) — embracing defense with finesse.
- Daily Challenges: The King’s Pawn acts like royalty with 100% win rate in these leisurely duels, showing mastery in classic openings.
- Blitz Blitz Boom: Scandinavian Defense again takes the spotlight with a solid 62% win rate, proving the Prince prefers to keep opponents on their toes even when the clock ticks fast.
- Bullet: Although tricky, i_c_y_Prince still scores a perfect 100% win rate in the "Undefined" category — sounds mysterious, and matches the frosty mystique.
Match Highlights & Fun Facts
i_c_y_Prince’s latest victory was a beautiful checkmate in the Italian Game: Knight Attack, sealing the game with the classic queen’s devastating strike at move 13. Not bad for a player who clearly enjoys mixing traditional openings with tactical flair.
However, no hero’s tale is complete without battles lost! The recent loss came via checkmate against a clever opponent wielding the Nimzowitsch Defense, proving that even the coolest princes must sometimes bow to fate (and a sharp strategy).
Statistics & Quirks
- Total rapid wins vs losses: 492 wins to 405 losses (impressive grit).
- Likes playing late at night or early morning — the prime time: 03:00 AM with a superb 73% win rate during early dawn!
- Surprisingly, the win rate peaks during the 20:00 hour with 60.29%, so maybe the prince fuels up on some midnight snacks before blitzing the opponent away.
- Prefers white pieces slightly more with a 52.88% win rate versus black’s 48.37%, showing a slight edge when starting first.
Conclusion
Whether you're watching a comeback in Rapid, a deliberate conquest in Daily, or a furious tactical melee in Blitz and Bullet, i_c_y_Prince blends icy cool strategy with fiery determination. Chess opponents beware — the prince’s reign is both unpredictable and exciting. Next time you face them, remember: it’s not just a game, it’s an epic chess saga!
