About Miklos Halak (josiur)
Miklos Halak, known online as josiur, is a titled FIDE Master and a true blitz specialist — the kind of player who treats the 3+0 time control like a high-speed tango. Rising from regular play in 2014 to becoming one of the most feared fast-time opponents, Miklos combines tactical firepower with an uncanny ability to ride out chaotic middlegames.
Title: FIDE Master (awarded by FIDE). Preferred time control: Blitz. Search keywords: Miklos Halak chess, FIDE Master, blitz specialist, chess openings, tactical player.
Career Highlights
- Long, steady climb from club-level blitz to the international arena — with a peak blitz performance recorded as 2674 (2025-11-24).
- Notable streaks: longest winning streak 23 games; longest losing streak 19 games (proof that even masters have bad Mondays).
- Massive practical experience online: thousands of blitz games played, with a heavyweight record that shows dedication to fast chess and constant sharpening of instincts.
- Frequently plays against rivals such as analfabeto, datsfunny, and 2011king — and has special battles with mehdi.
Playing Style & Psychology
Miklos is a comeback artist — a player who often turns worse positions around (high comeback rate). He favors long, decisive games in blitz (average decisive length ~80 moves), so don’t be surprised if a “bullet finish” turns into a dramatic 40-move rollercoaster.
- Tactical awareness: excellent at scrappy, piece-down fights and practical complications.
- Endgame frequency: plays out endgames relatively often for blitz — good technique under pressure.
- Best time of day to challenge him: around 23:00 (beware the late-night surge).
- Psychological quirk: Tilt factor exists — but so does an 85%+ comeback resilience. Laughs in the face of blunders (sometimes literally).
Favorite Openings
Miklos’s repertoire blends solid defenses with eccentric, aggressive setups. He’s comfortable in mainstream theory and also enjoys offbeat traps that punish sleepy opponents.
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation — a staple in his blitz toolkit (Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation).
- Amazon Attack — surprisingly effective in both bullet and blitz; high win rates in shorter time controls.
- Caro-Kann Defense and Four Knights Game — reliable choices that lead to rich middlegame play.
- Occasional gambit spice: Amar Gambit and Barnes lines when Miklos wants fireworks.
Notable Stats & Tendencies
- Strength-adjusted win rates: consistently strong across Blitz and Bullet (he thrives when the clock is a threat).
- Win rate by day: strongest on Monday; hour-by-hour, late-night play (22–23 and 0:00) shows peak performance.
- Average first capture occurs around move 6–7 — prefers tension and development before opening the position.
- Likes long decisive games in blitz — expect deep fights rather than early flurries of pre-move drama.
Rivals & Memorable Opponents
Miklos has played many frequent opponents online; some of the most-played include analfabeto, datsfunny, and 2011king. For a taste of his top rivalries, check out his matches with mehdi.
Sample Game (playable)
A light illustrative mini-Ruy Lopez zigzag in blitz — try it for a quick look at Miklos’s handling of open tactics:
Where to Watch & Follow Progress
Track Miklos’s rating curve and recent momentum with the embedded chart below. For those who love trends and numbers, this compact view tells the story of a blitz-focused rise.
Personality & Off-Board Notes
Off the board, Miklos likes coffee, clever opening names, and telling opponents they “played the move of the century” only to win on time. He’s approachable, a bit whimsical, and always ready with a joke after a tactical melee.
Quick Facts
- Username: josiur
- Title: FIDE Master
- Preferred: Blitz (hard to argue with the numbers)
- Longest win streak: 23 games
- Peak blitz moment: 2674 (2025-11-24)