Василий Vasiliy Стець Stets (IMStets-Vasy-Odessa)
Title: International Master (FIDE)
Hailing from the vibrant city of Odessa, Василий Vasiliy Стець Stets is an International Master who has a knack for blitz and rapid chess, often leaving opponents wondering if they've just faced a blitzkrieg on and off the board.
Chess Style & Strengths
With an impressive comeback rate of nearly 88% and a 100% win rate after losing a piece, Василий turns adversity into opportunity like a magician pulling rabbits out of a hat—or in this case, knights out of traps. Patience rules the day as well, with an endgame frequency of 77% and a thoughtful average of 74 moves per win, showing he’s not just fast but also fiercely strategic.
Performance Highlights
- Peak blitz rating of 2315 (2023), cruising steady around 2200+ with flair.
- Rapid performance dazzles with a top rating of 2350 (2022), boasting a mighty 69% win rate in rapid encounters.
- Bullet chess might be Василий’s quirky side hustle—fewer games but still enough flair to keep things spicy.
Notable Records & Rivalries
Василий thrives on variety, having clashed with a wide range of opponents, enjoying perfect 100% win records against some like philippsky and markle-vine, while others like samuraysensei remain elusive foes. He once enjoyed a winning streak as long as 14 games—clearly, losing is for the weak!
On and Off the Board
Attempting an early resignation is not Василий’s style—he tends to fight till the end, evidenced by his remarkably low 0.94% early resignation rate. And when it comes to psychology, a tilt factor of 12 hints that, yes, Василий is human—occasionally frustrated but never defeated in spirit.
Whether smashing through middle games or navigating tricky endgames, Василий Vasiliy Стець Stets plays chess not just as a game, but as an art form — with a healthy dose of humor and a blitzing heart.
