Profile of Ilixs80
Meet Ilixs80, a chess adventurer on the 64-square battlefield, known as much for their quirky resilience as their tactical flair. Currently peaking with a Rapid rating of 621 in April 2025, they’ve proven time and again that no pawn is safe when they’re at the board.
Though their journey has had some rocky moments—such as bouncing between first and last place faster than a knight's jump in the early months of 2025—the climb back up proves Ilixs80’s tenacity. Their Rapid games show a classic love for the Bishop's Opening, where they score an impressive win rate near 66% on variations like the Berlin Defense and the Chigorin Variation. They balance caution and aggression with an average winning game lasting about 41 moves, while losses tend to drag on a bit longer, which might indicate stubborn fighting spirit or simply enjoying the slow death by chess.
When the clock speeds up to Blitz, their scorecard evens out—about as many wins as losses, reflecting an unpredictable style that keeps opponents guessing. Ilixs80’s favorite gambit? The Englund Gambit, both rapid and blitz—because, hey, who doesn't want a little chaos in their chess diet?
Ilixs80 is a master of comebacks, boasting a comeback rate of nearly 57%, proving they’re never one to give up, even after losing a piece. Just don’t mention tilt—they keep their cool with only an 8% tilt factor, so you won’t catch them raging after blundering that important queen.
The data suggest early mornings might be their secret weapon: the best time of day to face Ilixs80 is around 6 AM, when their win rate soars above 66%. So, if you see them online with an espresso in hand, consider that a warning sign.
Recent Highlight!
In a recent Rapid game against Amss_80, Ilixs80 executed a beautiful checkmate, demonstrating tactical sharpness and a flair for dramatic finishes. The win was well-earned, concluding a tight match of 26 moves with precision and panache.
View Checkmate PGN
1. Nf3 Nc6 2. e4 e5 3. Bc4 Bc5 4. d3 Nf6 5. Bg5 O-O 6. Bd5 Nd4 7. c3 Ng4 8. h3 Nxf3+ 9. gxf3 Nxf2 10. Qb3 Qxg5 11. Rh2 Qg1+ 12. Kd2 Qxh2 13. Bxb7 Bxb7 14. Qxb7 Rab8 15. Qxc7 d6 16. d4 exd4 17. cxd4 Bxd4 18. Na3 Qf4+ 19. Kc2 Rbc8 20. Qxc8 Rxc8+ 21. Kb3 Qxf3+ 22. Ka4 Qxe4 23. Rf1 Qc2+ 24. b3 Qc6+ 25. Ka5 Qc5+ 26. Ka6 Qb6#
Side note: Ilixs80’s current winning streak is 1, but their record includes a legendary 9-game winning streak not long ago—talk about momentum!
Whether you know them as Ilixs80 or simply "that player who refuses to resign early" (their early resignation rate is a humble 12.86%), they bring both passion and humor to the game. Opponents beware: when Ilixs80 is on, it’s all about bishops, brilliant checkmates, and sometimes, a wild Englund Gambit that just might catch you off guard.
[[Chart|Rating|Rapid|2025-04-2025-06]]
Hi Ilyas! Great job reaching 621 (2025-04-22) – your games show ambition and fighting spirit.
What you are already doing well
- Tactical alertness. You often notice loose pieces (e.g. 8…Nxf3+!! in your last win) and forks such as Nxf2/Nxf7. This is a key strength at your level – keep sharpening it with puzzles.
- Time management. In most games you keep 1–3 minutes in reserve, so blunders rarely come from panic. Good habit!
- Confidence with open positions. When lines open you are not afraid to calculate forcing moves and go for checkmate.
Biggest improvement themes
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King safety & development.
• Many losses start with your king stuck in the centre (e.g. 10.Kd2 vs daries14). Aim to castle by move 8–10 in 90 % of your games.
• Avoid moving the same piece repeatedly in the opening (Bg5–Bd5–Bxb7 burned tempo that let White attack in your latest win). -
Opening discipline.
• Stick to the “three golden rules”: control the centre, develop minor pieces, castle.
• Side-line queen moves such as 2…Qf6 and 3…Qh5 invite tempo-gaining attacks. Replace them with simple developing moves (…Nf6, …Bc5, …Nc6).
• Pick one reliable setup as White (e.g. Italian or London) and one as Black versus 1.e4 (e.g. Scandinavian or Petrov). Drill the first 8 moves so you start every game on solid ground. -
End-game technique.
• In the loss to Daries14 you reached an equal rook-and-pawn end-game but drifted because you chased pawns instead of activating the king. Learn the “Rule of the Square” and basic opposition.
• Practical tip: when queens are traded, immediately ask “Where should my king go to the centre?”. -
Blunder-checking routine.
Before every move, scan: “What is hanging? What can my opponent capture? What can I capture?”. This 5-second habit will halve your blunders.
Sample critical moment
Can you find the best defence for White after 9…Qxf2+ in your loss?
Click to reveal the solution
10. Kd2! avoids mate and keeps material near level. The game continuation 10.Kd2?? Qe3+ dropped two pawns and the centre.Mini study plan (4 weeks)
- 15 min/day: tactics trainer (rating × 5 puzzles ≈ 30-40). Focus on forks, pins, and discovered attacks.
- 15 min/day: replay a master game in your chosen opening. Write one takeaway in a notebook.
- 2 rapid games/day: after each, spend 5 min with computer analysis marking one mistake and one brilliancy.
- Weekend: play one 30 | 0 game and analyse deeply; try to reach an endgame and practise technique.
Motivation corner
Your win-rate climbs in the late evening – see
. Consistency through the week () suggests your routine is working.“First we make our habits, then our habits make us.” – Adapt this to chess by forming the habit of safe development and blunder checks.
Key concepts to review
development, fork, opposition, open file, tempo
Keep enjoying the game, and let me know how the next set of games goes!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| amss_80 | 17W / 16L / 4D | View Games |
| giacomo_10r | 3W / 1L / 1D | View Games |
| dhferman | 1W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| unzule_yasar | 1W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| asafamstaf | 0W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 346 | 267 | 353 | 400 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 131W / 118L / 28D | 120W / 120L / 23D | 53.5 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 73 | 34 | 33 | 6 | 46.6% |
| Bishop's Opening | 38 | 25 | 9 | 4 | 65.8% |
| Elephant Gambit | 33 | 18 | 11 | 4 | 54.5% |
| Amar Gambit | 33 | 16 | 13 | 4 | 48.5% |
| Amazon Attack | 32 | 15 | 11 | 6 | 46.9% |
| French Defense | 23 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 47.8% |
| Australian Defense | 23 | 7 | 12 | 4 | 30.4% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 19 | 10 | 8 | 1 | 52.6% |
| Barnes Defense | 19 | 7 | 10 | 2 | 36.8% |
| Bishop's Opening: 3.d3 | 17 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 52.9% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dresden Opening: The Goblin | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 41.7% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Three Knights Opening | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 60.0% |
| French Defense | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Czech Defense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Barnes Defense | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Elephant Gambit | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Petrov's Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Alekhine Defense | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dresden Opening: The Goblin | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Australian Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Petrov's Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Czech Defense | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Three Knights Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop's Opening: 3.d3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 9 | 0 |
| Losing | 9 | 1 |