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KingD356 NM

Since 2019 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟
51.8% W 41.3% L 6.8% D
Bullet
2425
21W 31L 5D
Blitz
2527
460W 356L 57D
Rapid
2264
13W 7L 3D

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.

Explore opening trends

Win Rate by Opening0%25%75%100%50%Caro-Kann Defense: 49.0% over 51 gamesColle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation: 53.7% over 41 gamesCzech Defense: 51.4% over 37 gamesSicilian Defense: Closed: 40.7% over 27 gamesScandinavian Defense: 52.2% over 23 gamesLondon System: Poisoned Pawn Variation: 57.1% over 21 gamesCaro-Kann Defense49%Colle System: Rhamphorh…54%Czech Defense51%Sicilian Defense: Closed41%Scandinavian Defense52%London System: Poisoned…57%

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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.

Blitz Rating252324662408235122932019: 25042024: 23232025: 23122026: 24852019202420252026
  • 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.

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.