Daniel Ramos - The Chess Strategist Also Known as Konriko
Daniel Ramos, affectionately known in chess circles as Konriko, is a player whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as his fluctuating ratings. Starting with promising sparks in 2021, Daniel showcased his potential with a peak rapid rating of 1473 in January that year, proving he can dance tactically when given the time.
Blitz and bullet formats have been a rollercoaster ride for Daniel — from blitz high of 1078 early on to a bit of a nosedive in 2025, as well as a bullet peak just over 1095. His games often mirror his spirited mindset: bold openings like the Englund Gambit and Scandinavian Defense show he’s not afraid to take risks, winning 100% of his games with some of these lineups in blitz! That’s risk-taking with style.
Although his overall win-loss record (257 wins to 309 losses in bullet, 53 wins to 70 losses in blitz) might suggest he’s still cracking the code to consistent domination, Daniel’s comeback rate of nearly 70% and ability to win even after losing pieces (39% success) hint at a tenacity and fighting spirit that chess fans respect. Turns out, the king won’t go down without a royal fight!
On the psychological side, Daniel has a tilt factor of 12 (which is manageable, but certainly keeps things interesting), and his best time of day to strike on opponents is 6 PM — prime dinner-time and checkmate time! He averages about 45 moves per victory, so don't expect quick-fire checkmates; Daniel prefers a marathon of mind-bending tactics.
His recent games tell their own stories: a stunning win with the rare Englund Gambit in June 2025, asserting his presence despite some tough clock battles. He’s even conquered opponents multiple times (such as dix15) while others still seem to have his number — a chess rivalry saga in the making.
When Daniel plays as White, he converts wins almost 46% of the time, and even under the pressure of the black pieces, he manages a respectable 42% win rate. Whether it's a crazy gambit or a slow positional grind, Daniel approaches every game with enthusiasm and an extra sprinkle of unpredictability — making him a tough, interesting competitor for any opponent lucky enough to face him.
Outside the boards, Daniel might just be the guy who laughs off a loss with a joke about pawns running the kingdom while the queens chat. Because in the end, chess to him is both a battle of wits and a game of fun.
Keep watching — Konriko could very well be plotting a grandmaster-sized comeback!
