Profile Summary: korn89
Meet korn89, a fierce battler in the digital chess arena whose online escapades resemble a thrilling rollercoaster of victories, close calls, and lessons learned. With a peak bullet rating soaring up to 2207 in February 2018 and a blitz peak just shy of 2100, korn89 has proven to be a formidable force in rapid-fire battles where every second counts—and every slip can cost dearly.
Specializing in the Caro-Kann Defense and its many delicious variations (including the Classical and Advance Botvinnik Carls), korn89 loves to lock horns with opponents in well-studied lines but isn’t afraid to toss in some spicy attacks like the Bishops Opening Berlin Vienna Hybrid Variation, boasting an impressive win rate above 70%! When korn89 sets up the Sicilian Defense with Westerinen Attack or dives into the Kings Indian Attack Yugoslav Variation, you can bet the opponent’s adrenaline is racing.
Over thousands of games (more than 1,600 in bullet alone!), korn89 demonstrates a solid blend of resilience and strategy, showing a remarkable come-back rate of 78.41%. Losing a piece isn't the end—it’s simply the start of a daring comeback! Also notable is korn89’s surprisingly modest tilt factor of 8; evidently, even after crushing defeats, this player keeps their sanity intact (well, most of the time).
The typical korn89 game is a marathon: on average, victories last around 77 moves and losses about 71 moves. Clearly, this is no one-move-think-it’s-a-checkmate kind of competitor. Instead, korn89 savors the battle of wits and woolgathering of tactics that come with an extended fight.
When playing white, korn89 has a subtle edge with a 54.4% win rate, and with black, a respectful 53.17%. This balanced win ratio hints at their adaptability and proficiency no matter which side of the board they command.
Fans of speed chess will appreciate korn89’s bullet stats: an overall tally of 888 wins, 693 losses, and 79 draws—not to mention a longest winning streak of 11 games (talk about momentum!). When it comes to blitz, although fewer games were played, the win rate stays high, showcasing korn89’s quick thinking and sharp nerves.
Off the board, korn89’s victories sometimes end with a quirky finish—like winning on time as seen in recent epic duels. In these placements of tactical pressure and sweat-inducing countdowns, time is often the ultimate foe or friend.
As for opponents, korn89 is a champion against many, boasting perfect win records versus numerous players and maintaining competitive edges against regular rivals like tactician30, keitharkell, and atomrod. Beware if you face korn89—you might quickly find yourself queued under their favorite Caro-Kann lines or outmaneuvered in a cunning modern defense.
When does korn89 operate at their best? Win rates peak in the morning and early afternoon hours, especially around 9 AM and 10 AM, proving that morning chess is serious chess. Sundays seem particularly kind with almost 60% success. The nights might get a bit trickier, but who can resist some adrenaline-fueled late-night clashes?
In summary, korn89 is that thoughtful, persistent player who mixes solid openings with determined tactical grit, relentless endgame expertise, and a dash of "oh no, did I really just do that?" moments that keep chess interesting for both player and spectator. Whether you’re a friend or foe, playing against korn89 promises a battle full of nuance, patience, and the captivating drama only chess can deliver.
Ready for a match? Just don’t blink—korn89 might already be three moves ahead.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| tactician30 | 11W / 10L / 0D | View Games |
| Keith Arkell | 7W / 7L / 2D | View Games |
| Keith Arkell | 8W / 5L / 1D | View Games |
| ehsan89 | 8W / 4L / 0D | View Games |
| mkwawa | 4W / 4L / 1D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1998 | 2048 | ||
| 2019 | 2089 | 2002 | ||
| 2018 | 2115 | 1951 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 119W / 76L / 8D | 98W / 84L / 6D | 69.8 |
| 2019 | 0W / 2L / 0D | 3W / 1L / 0D | 76.0 |
| 2018 | 345W / 270L / 33D | 343W / 267L / 33D | 78.5 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro Kann Defense | 106 | 55 | 44 | 7 | 51.9% |
| Caro Kann Defense Classical Variation | 68 | 37 | 27 | 4 | 54.4% |
| Modern Defense Standard Line | 51 | 23 | 24 | 4 | 45.1% |
| Caro Kann Defense Exchange Variation | 39 | 22 | 14 | 3 | 56.4% |
| Bishops Opening Berlin Vienna Hybrid Variation | 38 | 28 | 10 | 0 | 73.7% |
| Sicilian Defense Canal Main Line | 35 | 19 | 15 | 1 | 54.3% |
| Kings Indian Attack Yugoslav Variation | 33 | 19 | 12 | 2 | 57.6% |
| Caro Kann Defense Advance Botvinnik Carls Defense | 31 | 19 | 12 | 0 | 61.3% |
| Sicilian Defense Westerinen Attack | 30 | 19 | 11 | 0 | 63.3% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 30 | 14 | 13 | 3 | 46.7% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undefined | 17 | 12 | 5 | 0 | 70.6% |
| Caro Kann Defense Karpov Kasparov Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Slav Defense Modern Line | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Slav Defense Slav Gambit Alekhine Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense Fantasy Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense Classical Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Caro Kann Defense Advance Botvinnik Carls Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Nyezhmetdinov Rossolimo Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Main Line | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Pirc Defense Czech Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 11 | 2 |
| Losing | 8 | 0 |