kikorroN5

Meet kikorroN5: A Bullet-Blasting Chess Adventurer

In the quick and furious world of Bullet chess, where every second counts and every move might be your last breath of hope, kikorroN5 stands as a relentless warrior. With a peak rating of 1265 in Bullet (September 2024), this player has a penchant for rapid decisions and tactical flair, often pushing forward with the Alekhine's Defense and the Van Geet Opening with both boldness and stubborn determination.

Strength in Numbers

Over the seasons of 2024 and 2025, kikorroN5 has battled through a staggering number of Bullet games — over 7,000! With an almost even split between wins and losses (4658 wins to 4635 losses) and a sprinkling of draws, their love for the intense, fast-paced format is unquestionable. Not one to shy away from the clock, kikorroN5’s games often end with fireworks: a healthy share of wins by timeout and a respectable number of dazzling checkmates.

Opening Gambits and Strategies

A curious tactician, kikorroN5 embraces unusual openings that can catch opponents off guard. Favorites include the Van Geet Opening and its Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation, both approached with a roughly 50% win rate—a solid return in the chaotic Bullet arena. The versatile Alekhine’s Defense also gets heavy mileage, boasting a commendable 53.67% win rate. Of course, not all gambits pay off (looking at you, Alekhine's Two Pawns Attack, which yields a modest sub-42% win rate), but taking risks seems to be a part of the charm.

Daily Grind and Peak Performance

Although a Bullet specialist, kikorroN5 has dabbled in Rapid and Blitz, with Rapid rating peaking at just 649 and Blitz at 723, suggesting a comfortable niche in lightning-fast games. Sadly, Rapid is a bit of a minefield for our friend, with win rates lagging in the 300s territory. But as the saying goes, variety is the spice of life (and chess), and we see hints of promising performances in opening variations and time-performance charts.

Tactical Flair and Psychological Endurance

KikorroN5’s tactical awareness shines through a spectacular “come back” rate of nearly 75%, proving that even when the chips are down, this player fights to turn the tides. A nearby Tilt Factor of only 14 hints at commendable resilience under pressure (or maybe the ability to blame lag and still keep calm). The best time to challenge the secrecy of their strategy? Apparently early morning, around 6 AM — when their brain’s freshest and the bishop’s sneakiest!

Notable Battles and Current Form

Recent matches showcase a mixed bag: a cool checkmating victory over 336m with a swift and sharp finish, a clutch time win against Sarashs, but also some losses to emerging rivals like Emeran007 and Luoen1. This suggests kikorroN5 thrives at high-risk engagements and relishes the challenges enemies throw before them — a true gladiator on the 64 squares.

Fun Facts & Quirky Stats

• Average moves before a win hover around 60 — don't expect quick draws here!
• Aggressive enough to deploy the “Van t Kruijs Opening” with a decent 47.35% win rate.
• Can lose streak like everyone else (wow, up to 14 games!), but balances it with a killer 16-game winning streak (who says instant karma doesn’t exist?).
• Prefers the color white slightly — 50.42% win rate as White vs 48.61% as Black.

In Summary

KikorroN5 is the kind of chess player who keeps the adrenaline pumping. Choices of unorthodox openings, coupled with an enviable comeback record, show a player who never gives in easily—and often has fun making opponents chase shadows. Whether smashing through Bullet or dabbling cautiously in Rapid, their story is one of persistence, speed, and all the quirks that make chess more than just a game.

Highlighted Game:

1. Nc3 d6 2. d3 e5 3. e4 c6 4. Nf3 f6 5. Be2 b6 6. O-O d5 7. exd5 cxd5 8. Bd2 d4 9. Ne4 f5 10. Ng3 e4 11. dxe4 fxe4 12. Nxe4 Qe7 13. Ng3 Bb7 14. Re1 Qd8 15. Bb5+ Kf7 16. Bc4+ Kg6 17. Ne5+ Kf6 18. Qf3+ Ke7 19. Qf7+ Kd6 20. Bb4# 1-0
  

A fiery checkmate in 20 moves that highlights kikorroN5’s knack for swift and decisive strikes.