KRAT0S_GOW - The International Master of Blazing Blitz
Meet KRAT0S_GOW, an International Master whose chess prowess is as relentless as the mythical Kratos himself—only instead of gods, this warrior conquers the battlefield of 64 squares with rapid-fire precision and strategic cunning. Known for merciless blitz performances, KRAT0S_GOW boasts a peak blitz rating close to the 2970 mark, a clear sign that speed mixed with brains is their game.
Since bursting onto the online scene in early 2022 with a humble blitz rating barely cracking 1000, KRAT0S_GOW skyrocketed through the ranks like a chess phoenix on fire, reaching almost 3000 in just a few years. Their average blitz rating comfortably hovers in the high 2800s, consistently outclassing opponents in over 1700 wins and counting.
But don't be fooled by the dizzying speed at which they play bullet and blitz games—KRAT0S_GOW is no flash in the pan. Their tactical awareness is impressive, with a come-from-behind win rate of nearly 84%, showing an uncanny ability to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. This player’s endgame skills shine bright too, with an 82% endgame frequency and patient maneuvering, dragging opponents into nightmare finales that few survive.
Opening repertoire? A bit of a mystery (top secret, obviously). However, when they do reveal their cards, Caro-Kann Defense and the Philidor Defense Hanham Lion Variation stand out as preferred battleground strategies, boasting win rates of over 60% in blitz, and even a staggering 71% performance with the Caro-Kann Advance.
Known rivalries? KRAT0S_GOW keeps a close eye on opponents like moldora and binary010, beating moldora an astounding 94% of the time; it seems they don’t take kindly to repeated challenges. Their win rates against a selective elite even include perfect 100% scores against several opponents—clearly a player who doesn't “draw” their battles.
When asked about psychological resilience, KRAT0S_GOW admits to a tilt factor of 10. Of course, even the mightiest warriors need a breather! The best time to battle? According to data, 5 AM is peak brainstorming hour—someone’s been training while the world sleeps.
Recent Highlights
Among their latest triumphs was a scintillating victory against TrimitziosP7 in a game involving the St. George Defense (ECO B00). Not only did KRAT0S_GOW dominate with white pieces, but also forced resignation with relentless pressure after a complex middle game maze. That energetic performance epitomizes their style: sharp, calculated, and delightfully brutal to opponents’ kings.
Even when defeat comes, it’s to worthy adversaries like michaelq2d5 or PursuitOfHappyness2, often in tension-filled, strategic slugfests that demonstrate that even an International Master must bow occasionally (but not without a fight!).
Style and Persona
KRAT0S_GOW exhibits an aggressive yet wise playing style, with a white win rate above 52% and a respectable black win rate near 46%. They average around 80 moves per win, showing patience mixed with tactical brutality. Early resignations are almost nonexistent (under 6%), as this player fights until the last piece drops.
In bullet chess, this maestro practically reigns supreme with a 96% win rate and just a single loss. It's safe to say the mouse rarely slips here.
Whether they’re making mysterious “top secret” openings or squeezing victory from defensive lines, KRAT0S_GOW proves that lightning-fast calculations combined with a disciplined mind can topple the fiercest opponents.
In summation: If chess were a mythic realm, KRAT0S_GOW would be the relentless demigod, striking swiftly in blitz arenas, weaving traps in the endgame, and earning accolades worthy of legend. Opponents beware—this is a player who blends speed, strategy, and stamina in a combo attack that’s hard to counter and impossible to forget.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Moldora | 53W / 1L / 2D | View Games |
| David Brodsky | 19W / 20L / 9D | View Games |
| Anton Demchenko | 13W / 29L / 2D | View Games |
| Zdenko Kozul | 23W / 16L / 2D | View Games |
| Arif Abdul Hafiz | 21W / 12L / 2D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2500 | 2853 | 2000 | |
| 2024 | 2500 | 2813 | 2000 | |
| 2023 | 2803 | 1087 | ||
| 2022 | 2786 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 392W / 267L / 90D | 348W / 316L / 82D | 90.3 |
| 2024 | 178W / 143L / 33D | 150W / 169L / 43D | 64.9 |
| 2023 | 232W / 187L / 45D | 192W / 215L / 49D | 90.2 |
| 2022 | 217W / 131L / 45D | 200W / 161L / 35D | 92.4 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense | 292 | 141 | 118 | 33 | 48.3% |
| Philidor Defense | 210 | 90 | 88 | 32 | 42.9% |
| Unknown | 165 | 85 | 79 | 1 | 51.5% |
| Czech Defense | 146 | 58 | 65 | 23 | 39.7% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation | 134 | 64 | 58 | 12 | 47.8% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 111 | 59 | 46 | 6 | 53.1% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 109 | 58 | 39 | 12 | 53.2% |
| Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 88 | 40 | 31 | 17 | 45.5% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 85 | 39 | 33 | 13 | 45.9% |
| Sicilian Defense: Moscow Variation, Haag Gambit | 79 | 32 | 32 | 15 | 40.5% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amar Gambit | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| French Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Alekhine Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Dutch Defense: Queen's Knight Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Budapest: 3.d5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Center Game: Berger Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Catalan Opening: Closed | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amar Gambit | 15 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| French Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| French Defense: Exchange Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Bobotsov-Korchnoi-Petrosian Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modern | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Italian Game: Two Knights Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Benoni Defense: Benoni Gambit Accepted | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 29 | 0 |
| Losing | 10 | 3 |