Le T

About Le T. (aka katseinko)

Le T., known in the chess world as katseinko, is a rapid chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is filled with both thrilling victories and humbling defeats. With a peak rapid rating of 436 in April 2025, katseinko demonstrates a tenacious spirit and a playful battle style that keeps opponents guessing.

Playing Style & Strengths

A tactician at heart, katseinko has a comeback rate of nearly 69%, proving that giving up is not in their vocabulary. Known for an average of about 38 moves per win and learned patience with an endgame frequency of nearly 40%, this player combines strategic depth with moments of flair. White pieces bring katseinko approximately a 50% win rate, while Black holds steady at around 45%. Early resignation is kept in check with a modest rate of 9%, because sometimes hope springs eternal—even in the face of a terrible position.

Opening Repertoire

With a preference for the King's Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation, katseinko scores a notable 55.7% win rate out of 70 games—clearly this line suits their style perfectly. Other favorite gambits include the Queen’s Pawn Chigorin Variation, boasting an impressive 61.5% win rate, and solid choices like the Philidor Defense and the Van't Kruijs Opening, each hovering just above 50% win rate. Meanwhile, the Kings Knight Variation has been a bit less kind, with a win rate in the lower 30s, proving that even the best have their kryptonite.

Battle Scars & Victories

Katseinko has played nearly 600 rapid games, with a pretty balanced record of 283 wins and 307 losses, along with a handful of draws. Their longest winning streak stands at a solid 10 games, a testament to moments of pure chess magic. Conversely, a 9-game losing streak reminds us that sometimes the universe just wants to see how resilient they can be.

Peak Moments

Highlights include a dazzling checkmate victory against “HYP3RvH” using the Van't Kruijs Opening (ECO A00), where katseinko executed a queen-side assault culminating in a neat Qh7# checkmate. The game lasted just 16 moves, proving swift and merciless in their delivery. If you want to see katseinko in action, check out that game full of tactical fireworks here.

When to Catch Katseinko Playing

If you want to challenge katseinko, evenings are prime time. They shine brightest at chess around 11 PM, with a 100% win rate during that hour (some say it's because the moonlight fuels their brain). Mornings aren’t too shabby either, with more than 80% win rate around 5-7 AM—early riser or just an insomniac genius? You decide.

Psychological Notes

Tilt factor rated at a humble 9 (out of 100), katseinko keeps their cool impressively well under pressure. The difference between rated and casual games is nearly 47% in win rate, suggesting that when the stakes are high, katseinko’s competitive spirit really kicks in.

Fun Fact

Despite a modest rapid rating, katseinko boasts a surprisingly high comeback rate when down a piece and has a knack for humiliating opponents with unexpected checkmates. Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or just a potato struggling with the basics, be wary—katseinko might just catch you off guard with a sneaky Leonardis Variation trap or a sudden queen sacrifice.

Ready your pawns and hope your knights stay out of trouble, because katseinko plays with a mix of patience, daring, and a dash of unpredictability that makes every game both challenging and entertaining.