Overview
Daniel Greiner, a chess streamer known online as KingsBishop, turns rapid-fire moves into real-time storytelling. A Blitz aficionado, he blends sharp tactical flair with a lighthearted commentary that has earned him a loyal live audience. From his first streams to today, he treats the clock as a mischievous partner and the board as a playground.
Streaming Journey
Daniel has streamed across Daily, Blitz, Rapid and Bullet formats, with Blitz clearly his preferred pace. His channel thrives on crowd-sourced ideas, quick blunders, and dramatic comebacks that keep the chat buzzing. Notable trivia include a longest winning streak of 42 games and a current streak of 4.
danielgreinerChess Style and Openings
On the board, Daniel favors fast, aggressive ideas that press for advantage before the clock runs out. His Blitz repertoire features flexible lines like the Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation and the Sicilian Defense: Closed, along with energetic offbeat choices such as Amar Gambit and Barnes Defense. He loves turning the smallest edge into a winning sprint—and isn’t shy about laughing at his own blunders.
- Ruy Lopez: Exchange Variation — reliable under time pressure.
- Sicilian Defense: Closed — a staple for sharp Blitz play.
- Amar Gambit / Barnes Opening — chaotic ideas that often yield quick results.
Openings Highlights
OpeningsPerformance data showcase a wide, entertaining spread across his tried-and-true lines. For a quick taste, consider this tiny PGN hint:
. Daniel’s Blitz peak reached 2261 (Nov 2023), a milestone fans celebrate with every dramatic finish. 2261 (2023-11-07)