Alaa A. Othman (aka Kira_c137)
Alaa A. Othman, known in the online chess circles as Kira_c137, is a player with a uniquely rollercoaster rating graph—think less Magnus Carlsen, more chess-themed bungee jump! Starting with a peak bullet rating of 673 in early 2024, Alaa’s journey has been full of ups, downs, and some sideways moves, proving that sometimes the best strategy is just to keep learning and laughing.
Playing Style & Strengths
With a fondness for the Bishop's Opening (boasting nearly 64% win rate in bullet!) and a trusty weapon in the King's Pawn Opening, Alaa approaches the board with tactical awareness and a surprising comeback rate of about 66%. Not one to shy away from a challenge, they often embrace the early complexities of Scandinavian and Nimzowitsch defenses, even carrying a perfect record in rapid games with the latter.
Performance Highlights
- Peak rapid rating reached an impressive 674 in March 2025, showcasing solid improvement and endurance.
- Daily chess peak: a stunning 777 rating in May 2024, proving they can take it slow and steady too.
- Casual or rated, Alaa’s win rate tends to shine more in equally matched or lower-rated games, with an 83%+ win rate when playing opponents at their level or below—talk about exploiting opportunities!
Psychological Quirks & Fun Facts
While Alaa’s tilt factor hovers around 15%, proving they're only slightly more emotional than a chess robot, their best time to strike strategic brilliance is around 2 PM—a prime time for coffee and cunning moves. At 42 moves per win on average, Alaa certainly enjoys a long, thoughtful tussle on the board, savoring both the struggle and the victory.
Be warned: their early resignation rate is near 13%, meaning if you’re lucky, some games are over almost as quickly as their username was typed!
Recent Battles
Kira_c137’s most recent victory came in a rapid battle using the Queen's Gambit Declined - Baltic Defense, winning on time after a tense 16-move game where tactical exchanges flew thick and fast.
However, losses are part of the journey—recent defeats include some on time in tricky positions and the classic Grob Opening catching them off guard (because who doesn’t love a little surprise from the sidelines?).
Legacy and Future
Alaa’s chess story is far from ordinary. With a blend of stubborn resilience and enjoyable unpredictability, they embody the spirit of the every-player who splits their time between brilliant tactical shots and learning from every blunder. Whether bullet, blitz, rapid, or daily, Kira_c137 keeps the chess world guessing—and entertained.
"In chess, as in life, sometimes you win by checkmate, sometimes by timeout — and sometimes, you just win by confusing your opponent with your username."
