Knifev1: The Chessboard's Unpredictable Blade
Knifev1 is a player who slices through the chaos of Rapid, Blitz, and Bullet chess with a blend of cautious defense and sudden strikes—like a ninja who sometimes forgets where they hid their shuriken. By 2025, Knifev1 achieved a peak Rapid rating of 347, a Blitz high of 226, and a Bullet best of 161. Not world-championship numbers (yet!), but definitely proof of a warrior who’s been sharpening skills in the trenches.
Despite an early resignation rate of about 11%, Knifev1 shows remarkable endurance in endgames, playing them in over 40% of their matches. Their average moves per game hover around the mid-40s, suggesting they enjoy a good tussle rather than rushing to finish. In fact, their comeback rate of nearly 64% means that once they’re down a piece, you’re not out of the woods yet—this player’s tenacity is borderline irritating to opponents.
Knifev1's favorite opening in Rapid play is the Englund Gambit, boasting a strong 65% win rate there—clearly they like tempting fate and then making it pay. The Modern Defense is also a playground for success with almost 59% wins, while the classic Alekhine’s Defense keeps opponents on their toes with a balanced 52% win record. Contrastingly, Blitz is more wrought with trials; the notorious King’s Pawn Opening yields less than inspiring results, crawling along the lower teens in win rate—proof that fast games might sometimes be a battle against their own pawns.
Their psychological profile shows a tilt factor of 15—enough to remind you that even sharp blades can get a bit rusty when frustrated. But Knifev1's best hours to play are the early mornings and dawn (around 6 AM), when their win rates spike and opponents probably wish they'd stayed in bed. If you catch them late at night (think 23:00), brace yourself: the win rate jumps to a chilly 60%, perfect for those who thrive in moonlight.
Knifev1 is a player who doesn’t just play chess; they live the drama of every game. Whether it's the delight of checkmating with a Queen's gambit or the agony of a timeout loss, their rollercoaster stats reflect a fearless spirit. Their greatest streak peaked with 7 wins in a row, but a soul-crushing 15-game losing streak lingers in the record books, reminding us all that pride comes before a pawn crush.
Notable Battles
Recently, Knifev1 delivered a charming checkmate against sakthibalan18 using the Vienna Game, beautifully maneuvering to a final mating net on move 44. On the flip side, the warrior tasted defeat against mehrzadAP in a tense Alekhine's Defense bout that ended abruptly but with lessons carved deeply.
Opponent Highlights
Knifev1 has a love-hate relationship with “sakthibalan18”: a 100% win rate in recent games, proving a tactical edge. Some opponents see lightning in their play, while others, like “avacado7007” and “jibi-james,” have handed Knifev1 tough losses, keeping the rivalry spicy.
In summary, Knifev1 is a player full of surprises: capable of sharp, surgical strikes but sometimes caught napping like a dropped knife. Whether carving a path to victory or catching a cut, this enigmatic player keeps the chess community guessing and entertained.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| chessrajyadav | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| luyimadeo | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| mohitkaushik777 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| harshvardhan-davay | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| alfredsonvin | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| toucet | 1W / 3L / 0D | |
| demolitarzan | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
| liamtochess | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
| vin1g | 1W / 1L / 1D | |
| fafibag | 2W / 0L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 100 | 116 | 257 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 158W / 265L / 17D | 181W / 247L / 13D | 46.6 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 44 | 21 | 22 | 1 | 47.7% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 34 | 16 | 17 | 1 | 47.1% |
| Alekhines Defense | 27 | 14 | 13 | 0 | 51.9% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 25 | 12 | 11 | 2 | 48.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 21 | 11 | 10 | 0 | 52.4% |
| Modern Defense with | 17 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 58.8% |
| Englund Gambit | 17 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 64.7% |
| Reti Opening | 14 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 42.9% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 13 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 46.1% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 41.7% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 14 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 14.3% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 10 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 10.0% |
| Top Secret | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 22.2% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 12.5% |
| Alekhines Defense | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 57.1% |
| Philidor Defense | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 14.3% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Van Geet Opening Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Undefined | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 11 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 18.2% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 10 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 10.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Alekhines Defense | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Vienna Game | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Englund Gambit | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 20.0% |
| Center Game Accepted Normal Variation | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 7 | 0 |
| Losing | 15 | 7 |