Niloufar KarimiAzar

Niloufar KarimiAzar (karimiazar)

Meet Niloufar KarimiAzar, a formidable chess enthusiast known to blend fierce competitive spirit with an occasional friendly tilt (the tilt factor clocks in at a modest 10, so don't be fooled – she's mostly calm!). Specializing in rapid games, Niloufar has danced across the chessboard in over 1,000 rapid matches, showing a relentless drive and growth trajectory that would make even Magnus Carlsen raise an eyebrow.

Rating & Style

Her peak Rapid rating is an impressive 353 as of June 2025, with a notable Daily rating peak of a perfect 400 – perfection, indeed! Bullet and Blitz are less traveled battlegrounds, with Bullet maxing out at 100 and Blitz at 189, but Niloufar’s heart and skill clearly lie in the rapid-fire chess battles.

Niloufar approaches the game like a strategist and a philosopher, with an average of 50 moves per victory and a stubborn refusal to give up early, despite a respectable 17.71% early resignation rate (because even heroes need a break sometimes!). Her endgame frequency sits just above the halfway mark at 51.77%, proving her persistence till the last pawn falls.

Openings & Tactics

Fans of the King’s Pawn Opening beware! Niloufar has faced 193 rapid games starting with this classic move, scoring a 40.93% win rate. The Queen’s Pawn Opening is her other frequent gambit, where she performs slightly better with a 44.44% win rate over 72 games. When it comes to surprise factors, she commands the Undefined openings with a stunning 62.5% success rate – a true wildcard!

Her tactical awareness is no joke either, boasting a 60.93% comeback rate after setbacks, demonstrating great resilience. And while losing a piece isn’t ideal, Niloufar's 35.17% win rate after such events shows she's not one to crumble under pressure.

Psychology & Performance

The early morning hours at 4:00 AM are her secret weapon time, with peak performance recorded. Whether it's hitting the board for a 19:00 rapid game or digesting the latest opening theory, Niloufar maintains a sharp mind and a cheeky sense of humor.

Just a heads up: she’s still working on her "Above Rating" game, with a challenging 13.04% win rate facing stronger opponents – but don’t count her out! The "Below Rating" victories, however, soar at a confident 78.48%, making her a terror for anyone lower on the rating ladder.

Notable Games

Her recent victories have come with dramatic flair. For instance, on June 5, 2025, Niloufar won a nail-biter against Ziorte82 by winning on time after an intense 53-move clash within the King's Pawn Opening King's Knight Variation. This endurance and tactical prowess add spice to her playstyle.

Overall Record

• Rapid: 430 wins, 474 losses, 106 draws
• Daily: 0 wins, 2 losses
• Bullet: 0 wins, 3 losses
• Blitz: 0 wins, 1 loss

In conclusion, Niloufar KarimiAzar is a rapid chess warrior with a tactical mind, a penchant for comebacks, and a growing legend in the chess community. With a game as unpredictable as a squirrel on espresso, she’s definitely a player to watch!

“Chess is the gymnasium of the mind,” Niloufar might say – and she’s definitely bench-pressing!