I_maniac

Player Profile: I_maniac

Meet I_maniac, a chess warrior whose handle says it all—this player battles with a fierce passion that borders on madness (the good kind!). Known for a rollercoaster rating journey, I_maniac once peaked at a modest Rapid rating of 546 in May 2025, proving that consistency might not be the goal, but fighting spirit surely is.

Starting as a Blitz player back in 2013 with a peak rating exceeding 1000, I_maniac’s style matured into a Rapid tactician who plays an average of 51 moves regardless of the result—because every game is an epic saga! Their games are as long as their will to win, and they don’t quit early, with an early resignation rate just over 11%. Expect thrilling battles and an endgame that makes up over half of their matches!

When it comes to openings, I_maniac loves mixing it up. The Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Modern Variation is their secret weapon in Rapid, boasting a respectable 57.69% win rate. They also have a thing for Vienna Game and Petrov’s Defense, each bringing a solid two-thirds win rate. In Blitz, they’ve had the most fun with Bird’s Opening and Queen’s Pawn variations, scoring perfect wins there—though sometimes the Leonardis and Zukertort variations leave them humbled.

I_maniac is fond of rising from the ashes—demonstrated by an impressive 67.42% comeback rate after falling behind. But don’t mistake their courage for invincibility; the longest losing streak of 6 games and a current 4-loss skid show that even maniacs have their off days.

Peak performance? Early mornings are their prime time, with a stunning 100% win rate recorded at 6 AM sharp! It's like they brew their coffee with pure strategic genius. Saturdays and Fridays are also days to watch out for, sporting win rates above 45%.

Their psychological resilience is fairly solid, with a tilt factor of 6, which means frustration is felt but rarely dominates. They shine best when facing players of equal or lower strength, with win rates soaring above 80% in such matches. However, against higher-rated opponents, the scorecards get tougher, reminding us that even maniacs respect a worthy challenge.

Their recent games tell a tale of grit and cunning—like the latest victory by checkmate against zahidsukani, wrapping up with a beautiful queen promotion mate, or outsmarting xMixter92x with a sharp Sicilian Defense variation. On the flip side, opponents like quargh and dark_rook_demon have handed them tough losses, showing the competitive battlefield I_maniac thrives in.

Whether winning, losing, or rocking a stalemate, I_maniac approaches every game with manic dedication and a hint of chaos — making each match a thrilling story worthy of the madness that their name proclaims.

Want to witness the fury? Check out their recent checkmate masterpiece here and brace yourself for the manic magic!