Kylian Manach (aka kylmch)
Meet Kylian Manach, a chess player whose online alias “kylmch” strikes as dramatically as his games do! His chess journey is a rollercoaster of thrilling victories, baffling losses, and some truly epic checkmates. Whether blitzing through games or navigating the nuanced depths of rapid chess, Kylian is as versatile as a knight on a freshly polished board.
Rating & Style Highlights
In the fast-paced blitz arena, Kylian reached a blistering peak rating of 450 in mid-2025, boasting a roughly even win-loss record with 356 wins and 338 losses. Rapid chess seems to be his comfort zone, peaking at an impressive 1169, showcasing Kylian's knack for strategy and patience. As for bullet chess - well, let's say it’s a work in progress, with a maximum rating of 520.
His win rates hover around the 50% mark across time controls, but what really stands out is Kylian’s tactical awareness: with a notable come-back rate of nearly 73%, this player refuses to bow out quietly, often turning the tide even after losing a piece. On the flip side, he’s got an early resignation rate near 4%, which means sometimes the mouse meets the “resign” button faster than expected—but who can blame him after a grueling 50+ move battle?
Opening Repertoire & Playing Tendencies
Kylian is no one-trick pony: among his favorite blitz openings, Kings Pawn and the Englund Gambit stand out, with nearly 60% win rates in the latter. He also dances around Queen's Pawn variations with moderate success, proving he loves mixing aggression with classical structure. In rapid, the Queen's Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation is his secret weapon, boasting an impressive 81.8% win rate—clearly, opponents beware.
Playing predominantly from White, he edges out a slight advantage with a 51.25% win rate, showing a good grasp of the initiative. His average moves per win (about 47) hint at deep, strategic battles rather than quick blunders or snap mates. Often thriving around 6 a.m., his “best time to play” could just be the optimal hour for silent calculation and pizza-fueled focus.
Recent Memorable Encounter & Quirks
In a recent blitz duel against kiyanTHECHESSNOOB, Kylian showcased patience and tactical brilliance leading to a resignation win after a sharp, 40-move endgame. Ever the showman, he balances between dramatic wins (like checkmates) and occasional losses on time—yes, even chess players can get trapped by the clock! His psychological tilt factor of 13 hints that occasional frustration strikes, but it never stops him from bouncing right back.
Overall
Kylian Manach is a competitive, clever, and sometimes cheekily unpredictable chess player who embraces both the grind of long tactical games and the adrenaline rush of bullet clashes. Whether you're a fan or foe facing “kylmch” across the virtual board, expect a solid fight punctuated with flashes of brilliance and the occasional “oops!”
