ilheus23

Profile Summary: ilheus23

Meet ilheus23, an intrepid explorer of the 64 squares, weaving through chessboards with a style that's part strategist, part tactician, and a sprinkle of unpredictable genius. Currently boasting a peak Rapid rating of 445 and a Daily rating soaring to 677 in 2025, ilheus23 proves that perseverance and passion pay off—just don't ask about those pesky losing streaks (six in a row, we see you!).

Known for a robust performance with the King's Pawn Opening and the crafty Van't Kruijs Opening, ilheus23 holds nearly a 59% win rate in Rapid games using these openings. Their favorite defensive line? The Scandinavian Defense shows up often, even if the win rate there is a modest 45%. There's comfort in variety, after all.

ilheus23’s playing style is a fascinating blend: quick to resign early when the tides turn (about 8% early resignation rate) but loves a good endgame battle, engaging in longer clashes averaging around 51 moves to victory. The comeback skills are impressive too, with almost 64% success in clawing back from losing positions—because giving up is for the weak!

Want to catch ilheus23 at their best? Try playing around dawn, especially at 6 AM—turns out, that's when their win rate hits a perfect 100%. Night owls beware, as the midnight hour is a mixed bag but with flashes of brilliance, boasting close to 60% success at 11 PM.

When facing opponents, ilheus23 is a fierce competitor, running up a career Rapid record with 247 wins against 226 losses and 23 draws. The rivalry with hixst is notable, breaking even with more than 11 encounters and a respectable near 64% win rate.

Their recent games are a rollercoaster of thrilling victories and tough lessons. Just days ago, ilheus23 delivered a dazzling checkmate win against LokuraSkin with a precise Queen maneuver sealing the deal after a complex battle. However, losses against crafty opponents like ragillmantap and kaushalya_himali remind us that even superheroes have their kryptonite.

Whether you’re seeking inspiration, a challenge, or a comical reminder that even chess aficionados lose sometimes, ilheus23 embodies the spirit of the game—bold, resilient, and always ready to make the next move (or sneak in that cheeky checkmate).

“Chess might be 99% calculation and 1% nerves, but ilheus23’s games look like 50% calculation, 30% creativity, and 20% ‘what just happened?!’”