Profile Summary: kikonou
Meet kikonou, a spirited chess enthusiast whose journey through the 64 squares is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. With a rapid rating that once soared to a peak of 438 in May 2025, kikonou’s games reflect a blend of tenacity and unpredictability. They’ve played nearly 200 rapid games, winning roughly half and drawing a handful, proving resilience with an impressive comeback rate of over 70% after setbacks. But don’t ask them about blitz or daily games — their ratings there hover around modest numbers, suggesting rapid chess is where their true fire burns.
Kikonou’s style is a curious mix of patience and persistence. On average, their wins and losses feature long battles lasting close to 48 and 51 moves respectively — clearly not a fan of quick giveaways! Their games are peppered with frequent endgames, showcasing a penchant for grinding down opponents. Though they sometimes admit defeat early (11% early resignation rate), once deep in the game, they're the embodiment of the phrase “never say die.”
Opening Repertoire Highlights
- King’s Pawn Opening (Leonardis Variation): Played 23 times with an almost even split of 11 wins and 11 losses. Balanced but battle-hardened.
- Owen’s Defense: A quirky favorite with a fantastic 75% win rate, proving kikonou can be delightfully sneaky.
- Philidor Defense: Used with a 50% win rate, including kikonou's latest nail-biting checkmate against robertskorp—definitely a fan of classical defense with modern flair.
Facing tougher opponents can be challenging, but kikonou shines brightest when playing below or equal rating opposition, boasting a whopping 85% win rate against lower-rated players. Against peers of equal rating — well, that’s a learning curve marked by 100% losses, but hey, every grandmaster was once there!
Psychological Quirks & Fun Facts
- Tilt Factor: At a modest 9, kikonou experiences the occasional emotional storm but quickly finds their zen (or at least a move to stall it).
- Best Hour for Winning: Morning chess is king! 10 AM games show a spectacular 78% win rate, possibly fueled by strong coffee and fresh brain cells.
- Longest Winning Streak: An admirable 7 games — not too shabby for those moments when everything clicks.
- Longest Losing Streak: A humbling 9 games — because even chess heroes have off days (or weeks).
Kikonou’s most recent triumph was a masterful checkmate against robertskorp, where they demonstrated exceptional control and tactical prowess in the Philidor Defense. Conversely, their latest defeats highlight the fierce competition in the online arena — but with each loss, the hunger to improve only grows stronger.
Whether it’s battling in a gritty rapid match, flexing an unexpected opening, or just enjoying the game with friends and rivals alike, kikonou’s chess journey is an engaging mix of strategic adventures and spirited comebacks. Here's to many more games, blunders, brilliant moves, and the eternal quest to master the game of kings!
