koursh kassaian

Koursh Kassaian: The Chessboard Conqueror

Meet kourosh_kassaian, a tenacious chess player whose journey through the ranks may not resemble a fairy tale, but certainly tells a story of persistence, strategy, and a splash of humor in the heat of battle.

Rating & Playing Style

Starting off in the humble brackets of sub-1000 rapid rating in 2021, Koursh has steadily climbed the ladder, peaking at a respectable 1138 in Rapid (Nov 2024), 1166 in Blitz (May 2025), and a lightning-fast 1202 in Bullet (May 2025). His daily games boast a solid 1200 peak rating. Not a grandmaster yet, but making grand strides.

With a preference for methodical, extensive battles (average moves per win: 65), Koursh is a true endgame enthusiast, engaging in deep struggles rather than quick skirmishes. An impressive 73% of his games reach the endgame, which might explain his persistence against even the most stubborn opponents.

The Openings Arsenal

Koursh doesn't shy from variety! His most-used weapon in Rapid is the classic King’s Pawn Opening, boasting nearly a 51% success rate over 104 games. When feeling a bit more adventurous, he deploys the mysterious "Top Secret" opening with a nearly 71% win rate in Rapid—because who doesn't love a little intrigue?

His blitz games reveal a penchant for the same king’s knight variations and a healthy dose of Scandinavian and Bishop’s Openings. Bullet play? He’s a King’s Pawn Opening aficionado with a solid 57% win rate, hitting the chessboard with speed and flair.

Battle Records & Rivalries

Koursh’s stats read like a chess-themed rollercoaster: over 220 wins, 200+ losses, and a clutch of draws in Rapid; a similar tale in Blitz and a bullet bonanza with over 1000 wins! His longest winning streak clocks in at a heroic 12 games, while his toughest moment was a 13-game losing skid. But don’t count him out… his comeback rate is a striking 90%, meaning when Koursh is down, he's hardly out.

Psychological Quirks & Playing Hours

Fun fact: Koursh’s best time to play is the dead of night at 3 AM—a true night owl of the chess world. Although a tilt factor of 13 suggests he sometimes lets emotions get involved (who doesn't?), his ability to keep cool when losing pieces means he's no pushover.

Recent Encounters

In a dramatic recent game, Koursh unleashed the Scandinavian Defense to claim victory with a swift Qe2 maneuver, leaving his opponent baffled and the clock stopped at 59 seconds. Against formidable opponents like jasperitoooooo and cohiba83, Koursh's grit shows through.

In Summary

Koursh Kassaian is the embodiment of dogged determination on 64 squares: never the fastest out of the gate, sometimes taking losses on the chin, but always bouncing back with a tactical wink and a sly grin. His chess journey is proof that every pawn matters and that with enough perseverance, even the underdog can checkmate the giants.

Keep an eye on kourosh_kassaian. His game is still evolving, and who knows? The next move might just be a brilliant sacrifice... or a courageous blunder — but either way, it’s bound to make for great chess entertainment.