i_tej

Profile: i_tej

Meet i_tej, the Blitz and Rapid chess enthusiast whose rating journey looks like a thrilling rollercoaster – peaks of 296 in Blitz and an impressive 577 in Rapid prove that when i_tej’s on form, the pawns better watch out! Not one to shy away from battle, i_tej has played over 1,000 Blitz games, with nearly as many wins as losses, proving that every match is a nail-biting suspense thriller.

With a penchant for the King’s Pawn Opening and a love affair with the French Defense, boasting a cheeky 65% win rate in Blitz games, i_tej doesn’t just move pieces around – they make statements. The misdirection of opponents through variations like the Leonardis and Berlin Defense is clearly part of the arsenal, though the Pirc Defense remains a puzzle yet to be fully conquered.

i_tej’s psychological game has its quirks — with a tilt factor of 11, sometimes the inner chess warrior needs a breather, but don’t let that fool you. Comeback rate stands proud at 74%, showing a knack for turning tables when the chips are down. White pieces have a slight edge with about 51% wins, while Black trails just a little behind, suggesting i_tej is equally comfortable on either side of the board.

Timing is everything for i_tej. The sweet spot? Midnight! An 80% win rate at the witching hour implies that the night owl syndrome fuels some of the best tactical masterpieces. But beware, early morning blitz sessions around 5 AM have a much tougher road.

With an average winning game lasting about 42 moves (and losses dragging on beyond 55 moves — because sometimes it's all about the dramatic exit), i_tej embraces endgames (almost 50% frequency) like an epic finale. And if the clock’s running low, expect some heroic time scrambles — 116 wins on timeout victories beat 158 losses, so perhaps better clock management in the next season?

Recent games have delivered thrilling endings. In June 2025, i_tej clinched a memorable checkmate victory against LilouFamille showcasing deep understanding of the Queen’s Pawn Opening (Horwitz Defense). Not just a finisher, i_tej also secured wins by resignation and time pressure, demonstrating flexible winning styles.

Off the board, if you're an opponent, know that i_tej holds a perfect score on many casual rivals but has a love-hate relationship with tougher contenders like mortenpiepson and eo-2023. With a smile and a strategic mind, i_tej keeps improving the game, one pawn push at a time – sometimes triumphantly, sometimes hilariously, but always passionately.

Fun fact: Despite the ups and downs, i_tej’s longest winning streak stretched a solid 7 games while surviving an 11-game losing streak – quite the marathon for anyone with nerves of steel!

So if you want a player who’s part strategist, part midnight marauder, and 100% chess fan, look no further than i_tej.