Overview
KingD356 is a National Master who made a name online as a Blitz specialist. Known for long, grinding games and a taste for tactical fireworks, KingD356 combines patient endgame technique with sudden tactical strikes. This short biography highlights playing style, favorite openings, rivals, and a sample game to study.
- Title: National Master (National)
- Preferred time control: Blitz
- Peak blitz mark: 2519 (2026-04-22)
- Last dataset update: 2026-06-01
Playing Style and Strengths
If a game looks quiet, do not be fooled. KingD356 is patient and deep. Endgames are a specialty and long battles are common. Opponents often find themselves under slow pressure until a decisive tactical shot appears.
- Endgame frequency is very high, making long games a signature trait.
- Average moves per win about 84, which suggests strategic depth and persistence.
- Outstanding comeback instinct with a comeback rate above 80 percent.
- Psychologically aware player who sometimes resigns early in hopeless positions about 29 percent of the time.
Notable Openings and Repertoires
KingD356 favors flexible systems and several surprise replies. The repertoire blends solid defenses and uncommon sidelines to steer opponents into less familiar positions.
- Top successes with White include the Nimzo-Larsen Attack and the English Opening variations.
- As Black the Czech Defense and Colle System responses are particularly effective.
- Highest win rates appear in niche lines like the Sicilian Alapin and the Nimzo-Larsen Classical Variation.
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Quick references
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation — strong practical win rate
- Nimzo-Larsen Attack — comfortable and tactical for White
- Czech Defense — reliable as Black
Season Highlights and Form
KingD356 has shown surges of activity and strong winning runs. A longest winning streak reached 17 games while the longest losing streak was 9 games. Recent months show heavy Blitz volume and consistent performance.
- Remarkable resilience: high win rate when trailing in material.
- Strongest days: Sunday and Tuesday show the best win percentages.
- Best clock hours include early morning sessions and late night spikes.
Opponents and Rivalries
KingD356 has developed recurring rivalries with a small pool of opponents online. These matches often produce memorable games and instructive tactical fights.
- Most-played opponent: paragdel — head to head 10 wins, 3 losses.
- Frequent opponent: Kevin Cupid — tight scoreline and lively encounters.
- Perfect clean sheet: blackbox138 — multiple wins in the mini-series.
- Other regulars: u13065636607 and MN Bamz.
Quick Facts
- Total blitz wins in dataset: a very large sample with consistently positive results.
- Current winning streak: 1
- Longest winning streak: 17
- Average first capture occurs around move 8
- Preferred openings and times make this profile useful for opponents to prepare against.
Sample Game
Here is a compact game snippet to study typical ideas and transitions from opening to long endgame play.
This snippet emphasizes slow maneuvering and eventual dynamic breakthroughs. Use it to practice transition technique from middlegame to endgame.
Where to Follow
For more games, opening trends, and head-to-head matchups, search the platform handle KingD356. Expect regular Blitz content and occasional deep study posts.
- Profile and head-to-heads: paragdel for a sample rival listing
- Suggested study terms: Blitz, Endgame, Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation
Closing Notes
KingD356 is a dangerous opponent in Blitz, a National Master with a flair for long games and comeback wins. Whether you want to study patient endgames or how to punish slightly shaky openings, this profile provides a quick roadmap to the strengths and habits of a modern online master.