Player Profile: ikman2009
Meet ikman2009, a daring chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares has been nothing short of an adventure. Starting with a rapid rating high of 554 back in mid-2022, ikman2009 has danced through ups and downs with a resilient spirit, recently cruising around a solid 260 rapid rating in 2024-2025 — a steady evolution peppered with both glorious victories and valiant defeats.
Style & Strategy
This player doesn’t just play chess; they experiment with it. With a preference for the Reti Opening and a commendable 51% win rate there, along with solid performances in the Queen's Pawn and King's Pawn openings, ikman2009 likes to keep opponents guessing. Their penchant for offbeat lines like the Van't Kruijs Opening and some cheeky gambits usually raises eyebrows – sometimes it pays off, other times it makes for entertaining chaos on the board.
Notable Stats
- Peak Ratings: Blitz 927, Rapid 554, Daily 859
- Games Played: Over 600 games spanning Rapid, Blitz, and Daily formats
- Longest Winning Streak: 7 games
- Longest Losing Streak: 13 games (Hey, everyone has their "just not today" moments!)
- Average Moves Per Win: ~48 moves, proving patience is a virtue
Personality on Board
A strategist with a side of unpredictability, ikman2009 knows when to resign early (15% early resignation rate – because why drag out the agony?) and when to fight tooth and nail – boasting a strong 64% comeback rate! Their psychological resilience against blowouts shines through, but beware: a tilt factor of 13 means even this fearless warrior can have a “not again!” moment.
Recent Battles
In an epic recent duel against reyansh2123456789, ikman2009 played a quirky 1.h4 to rattle the cage, eventually claiming victory by resignation after crafty maneuvers and relentless pressure. Meanwhile, clashes with fierce rivals like yudhaganten and dio-bapok show that not every day is a feast — but every day is a battle!
Favorite Time to Play:
Midnight (or close to it), where their win rate peaks at a surprising 83%! Night owl or chess wizard? You decide.
Fun Fact:
ikman2009’s opening move repertoire includes the ever-classic, ever-surprising 1. h4— a bold choice that can leave opponents scratching their heads or shaking theirs in disbelief.
Sample Victory
Here’s a taste of an exciting recent win, featuring a patient buildup and crafty queen maneuvers:
