OPARSEL

Profile Summary: OPARSEL (aka Ikyd0p)

In the ever-tumultuous battlefield of 64 squares, OPARSEL strides forth – or sometimes stumbles – with a rating rollercoaster that would make roller coasters jealous. Their blitz adventures have spanned from a peak of 772 in October 2024 to the more... humble 388 in December 2024, proving that chasing glory is a wild ride rather than a quiet stroll.

Bullet? Oh yes, they've flirted with speeds up to 681 rating points, but also experienced the depths of 100 points, showing that lightning-fast rat races can be both exhilarating and unforgiving. Rapid play sees them close to a respectable 962, with a thumbs-up for tactical bravery in the Scotch Game and Italian Game variations.

Playing Style

OPARSEL is a connoisseur of the early resignation, clocking in a modest 2.72%, which means they're rarely one to throw in the towel without a fight. With an almost balanced game length (averaging around 51 moves per battle regardless of win or loss), they have a healthy dose of resilience and tenacity on the board.

White pieces seem to bring better success (winning about 52% of games) compared to Black (~46%). Their comeback rate is impressive at nearly 74%, because who doesn’t like a good underdog story? Despite some occasional tilt (a few “what just happened?!” moments clock in at 12%), they fight on, ready to bounce back.

Favorite Openings

• Blitz: OPARSEL shines with the King's Pawn Opening – King's Knight Variation boasting over 61% win rate, and the Four Knights Game Scotch Variation Accepted not far behind.
• Bullet: The King's Pawn Opening lights up their bullets with nearly a 60% success rate, but the Four Knights Game Scotch Variation Accepted also fuels their fire.
• Rapid: Rare but effective—perfect scores in the Scotch Game and Vienna Game Max Lange Defense.

Recent Memorable Games

OPARSEL recently dazzled spectators by winning a nail-biter against Jebedaier81002 by checkmate, wielding the Sicilian Defense Smith-Morra Gambit like a seasoned gladiator. They also clinched victories on time and by resignation, proving that their endgame endurance and time management skills are nothing to scoff at.

Of course, no warrior's path is without bumps. Their latest setbacks include tough losses to ams2496 and nebuq, reminding us all that even chess heroes have their off days—or questionable moves during Queen sacrifices.

In a Nutshell

OPARSEL aka Ikyd0p is a mixed bag of fierce tenacity and occasional whimsical whims on the battlefield of chess. With flashes of brilliance, a solid strategic foundation, and a sense of humor that might be inferred from their resilience through ups and downs, this player is all about the thrill of the game.

Whether it’s firing off lightning-bolt bullet beeps or carefully maneuvering through rapid and blitz, OPARSEL embodies the spirit of a chess player who might not always win, but always plays for the love of the game and the drama it brings.