kassacheck

Player Profile: kassacheck

Meet kassacheck, a chess enthusiast who’s been making waves primarily in the Blitz arena, where speed meets strategy—and occasionally, the occasional panic-induced blunder. Despite rocking a peak Blitz rating of 854 (achieved in May 2024), kassacheck's journey is anything but a smooth ride on the 64 squares.

With a penchant for dynamic openings like the Alekhines Defense and the Reti Opening, kassacheck balances between bold aggression and calculated retreats. The Van Geet Opening Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation is a hidden gem in their repertoire, boasting a solid 66.67% win rate, while the infamous Van Geet Opening itself remains a bit of a nemesis with a modest win rate of 18.18%. Hey, every warrior has their Achilles heel!

When the clock is ticking mercilessly in blitz games, kassacheck demonstrates resilience with a notable comeback rate of 67.52%. Turns out, losing a piece might sting (win rate after losing a piece: 36.32%), but quitting early is not part of the plan (early resignation rate: only 5.86%). May the nerves be ever in their favor!

Tactical awareness? Check. Psychological endurance? Somewhat of a rollercoaster with a tilt factor of 11, meaning sometimes the king might be sacrificed not just on the board, but also in the mind. Their best hour of play aligns with the morning coffee buzz around 10:00 AM. Chess productivity peaks when caffeine? Coincidence? We think not.

Off the board, kassacheck has a love-hate relationship with their opponents. Some, like alexandermilli and anshwarrior, have faced kassacheck three or more times, with kassacheck winning every single encounter—talk about a personal fan club. But beware hamed1boy and renzulli, both undefeated in their battles against our hero. Rivalries fuel greatness!

Highlights & Fun Facts

• Peak Blitz Rating: 854 (May 2024)
• Preferred Time Control: Blitz – because who has time for long games?
• Longest Winning Streak: 8 games – that’s almost a mini tournament victory
• Most victorious opening in Blitz: Van t Kruijs Opening with a thrilling 75% win rate
• Likes to start games with moves like e4 and d4 – classic and classy.
• Average game length: roughly 54 moves – no quick draws here!

Latest Brilliant Checkmate:

In a recent victory against rekaten142, kassacheck delivered a swift and elegant checkmate in just 10 moves. The final move? Qxf7# – always a crowd-pleaser!

Overall Play Style

kassacheck’s games are marked by fierce endurance—expect a marathon rather than a sprint. On average, winning games last around 53 moves, while losses tend to drag a bit longer, nearly 58 moves, perhaps hinting at a stubborn refusal to give up the ghost. Endgames compose over half of their battles, showing comfort navigating the battlefield when the number of soldiers shrinks.

Whether wielding the white or black pieces, kassacheck keeps opponents guessing, with a slight edge playing white (win rate ~46%) versus black (~40%). And as for the opponents? Some may feel victorious, but many have witnessed kassacheck’s king crowning moments firsthand!

Fan Warning:

Approach with respect and prepare for unpredictable tactics—because with kassacheck, it’s never just a game, it’s a daily chess adventure peppered with ups, downs, and plenty of queen sacrifices!