Profile: killumanjaro k (aka jannfrancisprima)
Meet killumanjaro k, a chess enthusiast who dances gracefully across the 64 squares with the subtle swagger of a grandmaster-in-training and a pinch of comedic flair. While the grand title has yet to materialize, killumanjaro k’s rising trajectory in rapid, blitz, daily, and bullet chess is hard to overlook.
Journey Through the Ratings
Starting with a humble peak of 576 in Rapid chess back in early 2023, killumanjaro k’s rating journey has been a rollercoaster of gladiatorial battles and tactical fireworks. Despite a rocky start in 2024 with some sub-200 ratings in Rapid and Blitz format, 2025 brought a meteoric rise—Rapid rating nearly hit 500, Blitz soared past 400, and the Daily rating charm hit a mighty 1008 (yes, that’s more than your lucky lottery number). Bullet chess is their dark horse too, maxing out at 473 with a fearless win-loss split of 23-23.
Playing Style & Personality
Known for an early resignation rate of about 4.3% (sometimes choosing to throw in the towel rather than drown in a sea of pawns), killumanjaro k has a penchant for long, gritty games. With an average of almost 50 moves per win, this player loves the chess marathon over sprints.
Psychological resilience? Definitely present. The famed comeback rate stands impressively at 74.1%, proving they're the ultimate phoenix on the board. Also, their tilt factor is a manageable 7 — acceptable for any person who probably talks to their chessboard for motivation.
Favorite Openings & Tactical Prowess
Italian Game fans, rejoice! killumanjaro k dominates with an 83% win rate there, and isn’t shy to mix it up with Top Secret openings boasting a comfortable 61% win. Other secret weapons include the French Defense Knight Variation and the Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System — both with a flawless 100% win record in limited plays, showcasing they are a student of the deep and mysterious chess arts.
Recent Memorable Games
Battle Scars & Lessons Learned
Of course, not every battle ends in glory. In a recent tough bout against AlmightyPapa, killumanjaro k tasted defeat by checkmate. But every setback is fuel — after all, a true chess warrior counts losses as just “tutorial levels.” And with a longest winning streak of 9 games and a stubborn resolve, future victories are sure around the corner.
Fun Facts & Quirks
- Highest win rate by hour hails at 9:00 AM (Get them coffee rules).
- Prefers to play on Mondays and Fridays, statistically racking up a 63% and 62.5% win rate there — Monday blues don’t exist here!
- Keeps a phenomenal 100% win rate against opponents like kiranp1990 and arian972000, which may or may not be a coincidence of sheer genius.
In summary: killumanjaro k might not (yet!) be a household name in the chess cosmos, but their tenacity, strategic mind, and streaks of brilliance make them a player to watch. Whether clashing in rapid, blitz, or the epic daily games, this thoughtful tactician makes every move count — and probably tells their pieces a joke or two while thinking.
