Moirainrage

Moirainrage - The Relentless Rapid Rumbler

Meet Moirainrage, the chess warrior known in the digital coliseum as Ivan_Chagin. With a peak Rapid rating of 778 achieved in late 2023 and a steady climb to 706 by 2025, Moirainrage embodies the spirit of a true tactical brawler who’s unafraid of a fight—even if it means occasional heartbreaks.

Chess Odyssey

Since 2023, Moirainrage has battled through over 1,100 rapid games (with a respectable 575 wins!) demonstrating a fierce resilience with a comeback rate soaring at an impressive 77%. According to the stats, giving up a piece isn’t the end for this player—Moirainrage plays on, lifting nearly half the games even after material loss.

You won't find Moirainrage surrendering lightly though; despite an early resignation rate of nearly 12%, their games typically stretch deep into the endgame, averaging 47 moves per win. If chess were a marathon, they’d be that runner who stumbles but always gets right back up.

Opening Repertoire and Style

Moirainrage enjoys shaking pawns with several tried and true openings. The King’s Pawn Opening and the Scandinavian Defense take center stage, with a nearly even split of wins and losses in these battles. Notably, the Alekhine’s Defense Scandinavian Variation is their secret weapon with a flourishing win rate of nearly 77%. Nimzowitsch Defense and Scotch Game also light up the scoreboard with over 60% and 69% win rates, proving Moirainrage is a lover of sharp tactical skirmishes.

Psychological Edge and Playing Times

This chess gladiator’s psychological stats reveal a tilt factor of 9—not too high, but enough to say the game occasionally gets the better of them. Yet, they shine brightest around early mornings at 5 a.m., a time where others might still be snoozing, Moirainrage gears up for domination.

When it comes to timing, Thursdays and late evenings seem to be their golden hours, boasting a win rate of nearly 60% on Thursdays and 54% right before the witching hour at 11 p.m. It’s no wonder their opponents dread those hours!

Famous Battles and Feats

A true highlight reel moment came on May 31st, 2025, when Moirainrage executed a stunning checkmate in a Rapid game against the player rzz996mrc. The final queen move (27.Qh8#) sealed victory in classic style, reminiscent of a swooping hawk taking down its prey. You can relive the drama here.

Rivalries and Records

Moirainrage maintains a fierce rivalry with regulars like kopob9k (88% win rate in 17 games!) and boasts a 100% win record against many challengers like rzz996mrc and josephheslop. However, the nemesis catagala has proven a tough foe, handing Moirainrage several solid defeats that keep the hunger for revenge alive.

Summary

Whether you're looking at numbers or the narratives behind them, Moirainrage is a player who embodies grit, tactical depth, and comedic resilience. With a blend of stubbornness and brilliance, games are never dull when Ivan_Chagin sits at the board. Expect thrilling battles filled with bold opening adventures and epic comebacks. Just don't be surprised if you see them sigh, shake their head, and dive right back into the fray!