Katarzyna

Katarzyna's Chess Chronicles

Also known in the chess circles as katOst2023, Katarzyna is a relentless warrior of the 64 squares who approaches every bullet, blitz, rapid, and daily game like a high-stakes drama—complete with heroic comebacks and the occasional dramatic resignation.

Born from the fiery chaos of bullet chess (where her peak rating reached a feisty 399 back in July 2023), Katarzyna has since sharpened her tactical claws, climbing the blitz ladder to reach an impressive 356 rating in May 2025. Her rapid games brought her to a peak rating of 941, proving that when the clock ticks slower, her style grows even more refined.

Known for an early resignation rate of about 9% (sometimes you gotta save your energy, right?), Katarzyna's battles often stretch well into the endgame, with nearly half of her games finishing in those nerve-wracking final phases. She averages around 51 moves per win, which means she doesn’t just win quickly—she wins with style and persistence.

Opening Aficionado

Her opening repertoire is as diverse as her opponents, with a love for the Saragossa Opening (and a sweet 52.67% win rate there) and a fondness for the Queen’s Pawn Opening, where she enjoys a 55.21% victory rate. She also dabbles into Caro Kann and King's Fianchetto openings, keeping her adversaries guessing.

The Highs and Lows

While her journey has had its ups and downs—including a longest losing streak of 14 games—her comeback rate of nearly 73% showcases a spirit that refuses to concede defeat easily. In fact, she’s more likely to bounce back from losing a piece than to just give up (win rate after losing a piece: 42.11%).

Psychological Profile & Playing Schedule

Katarzyna's chess brain seems to be firing best late at night, with 11 PM being her prime time for chess battles. Don’t challenge her too early in the day unless you’re ready for a fight; her win rates around dawn and early hours dip slightly, possibly reflecting a need for that caffeine boost.

Most Memorable Recent Battles

Notably, on June 4th, 2025, Katarzyna orchestrated a victorious resignation win over TutMeo in a hard-fought English Opening battle—showcasing her strategic patience and knack for forcing opponent’s hand.

However, the same date brought a sobering loss against WolffyXxe, reminding us all that even the sharpest claws can face a foil now and then. But hey, every chess player loves a good story filled with thrilling wins and humbling lessons.

Trivia & Fun Facts

• Favorite color to play: White edges out Black with a marginally better win rate (~46.12% vs 45.62%).
• Biggest psychological tilt: About 14%, so even chess warriors have their “off” moments.
• Most feared opponents: She boasts flawless records (100% win rate) against a handful of players like tutmeo and osmanl12991453. Beware!
• Games count: Over 2,300 bullet, blitz, rapid, and daily games and still counting.

In a nutshell, Katarzyna is the kind of player who brings excitement to the chessboard, whether you’re a friend or foe. Steady, spirited, and sometimes a little cheeky in her resignations, she’s a competitor who’s always ready to turn the tables and remind us that chess is as much about resilience as it is about strategy.