Profile of irlinder: The rollercoaster Rapid tactician
Meet irlinder, a Rapid chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares resembles a thrilling drama full of ups, downs, and the occasional twist ending.
With a peak Rapid rating leaping to an impressive 613 in March 2025, irlinder’s chess rollercoaster began with a rather rough start—losing all six games during that month. But like any true fighter, irlinder bounced back fiercely, consistently hovering around a solid 300 rating in the following months through a grind of more than 130 Rapid games.
When it comes to openings, irlinder has a soft spot for the King's Pawn Opening, mastering it with a nifty 65% win rate over 17 games. The Van't Kruijs Opening is another favorite, bringing nearly identical success. Not everything goes smoothly, though—philidor fans beware; irlinder's 40% win record there shows it’s a battlefield of mixed emotions.
The player’s style? Expect patience with an average of about 40 moves per win and a knack for resigning early about 11.76% of the time, showing a healthy pragmatism (or impatience when the chips are down). Endgames are a staple of irlinder’s play, showing up in nearly 40% of games—because why quit when there’s a last-ditch hope?
Psychologically, irlinder has a tilt factor of 7—so don’t be surprised if a streak of losses triggers some colorful mood swings, yet the comeback rate is a solid 66.67%. The best magic hour? Turns out 1 AM is prime time for irlinder to roll out those winning moves.
Of recent note, irlinder’s notable victories often come from forcing resignations, showing both tactical foresight and a flair for putting opponents on the ropes. However, checkmates against irlinder have been a pesky nemesis, having powered through to snatch games back.
Opponents beware: while irlinder struggles to maintain a balance with a practically even win-loss-draw record (63-68-12), those who scramble below irlinder’s rating find themselves in hot water with an 84% loss rate! Meanwhile, when climbing above similarly skilled opponents, the odds swing dramatically the other way.
Whether grinding daily or unleashing a sudden burst of brilliance under moonlight, irlinder’s Rapid play remains as unpredictable as the chessboard itself—a true journeyman with a knack for surprising both friends and foes alike.
