Amber Lizz (aka Lanaeal)
Amber Lizz, better known in the chess world by the enigmatic username Lanaeal, is a player whose journey through the 64 squares is as colorful as it is tenacious. With a peak rapid rating of 275 achieved back in May 2023, Amber dazzles both casual and competitive opponents with flair, persistence, and a knack for sneaky queen grabs—her recent games show a bold style often punctuated by early queen adventures!
Career Highlights & Style
Since bursting onto the scene, Amber has navigated the chess battlefield with a mixed bag of outcomes: a career rapid record of 183 wins, 206 losses, and 45 draws reveals a fighter willing to risk it all—sometimes with hilarious consequences. Her longest winning streak hits 8 games, proving she can catch fire, though those 9 consecutive losses show chess can humble even the best.
Known for an early resignation rate around 13%, Amber isn’t shy about admitting defeat when the tides turn—because why flog a dead King's Pawn when you can already be planning your next opening? She’s reliable in endgames, getting there 42% of the time, and averages over 42 moves in winning games, suggesting a chess saga rather than a quick skirmish.
Opening Repertoire
Amber’s go-to chess mystery is the famous “Top Secret” opening, playing it in nearly 400 rapid games with a respectable 43% win rate. Innovation is her friend, as she frequently ventures into the “Undefined” openings that yield an impressive 52% win rate in rapid play. Queen’s Pawn and King’s Pawn lines pop in and out of her repertoire too, although with less fanfare. The Undefined category might just be Amber’s way of keeping opponents guessing—because who really knows what comes next?
Tactical and Psychological Profile
Amber’s chess brain shows resilience: a comeback rate over 64% demonstrates she rarely gives up, rebounding after setbacks like a chess superhero. However, if she loses a piece, her winning chances drop to about 36%, proving even the best tactical puzzle solvers can have a "piece moment." The Tilt Factor of 9 suggests some emotional chess rollercoasters but nothing too dramatic—just enough spice for lively battles.
Her most successful playtime? Noon sharp—her best time of day to play with a 100% win rate around 12 PM shows Amber is most dangerous when the coffee kicks in and the brain clicks.
Recent Battles
In her latest rapid clash against HenerIH, Amber unleashed early queen raids that led to a crisp victory by resignation, showcasing her fearless queen snatching skills and aggressive push. On the flipside, a recent checkmate against touillettebzh reminds us that even a queen hunter must beware a sneaky trap!
Fun Facts
- Amber’s White pieces have a slightly better record (45% wins) than Black (39%), proving she morphed from a 🏳️-waver into a tactical storm on both sides.
- Her average moves per win hover around 42, meaning she’s all about the marathon battles, not the quick blizzy escapades.
- Despite some ups and downs, Amber holds a 100% win rate against a handful of players—clearly a fierce rival in chosen matchups.
Whether she’s snatching queens, bravely diving into undefined opening waters, or just enjoying a thoughtful endgame, Amber Lizz’s chess story is one of tenacity, surprises, and a dash of humor at the board. Opponents beware: this player is unpredictable, passionate, and always ready for the next move.
“Chess is 99% tactics, and Amber is busy finding the 1% mystery.”
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| touillettebzh | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| henerih | 1W / 0L / 0D | |
| sanesapi | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| tjpa22 | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| josh_alchemist | 0W / 1L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| cpmgscl | 0W / 4L / 0D | |
| dvivid | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
| kevinekobo | 1W / 2L / 0D | |
| alffred7 | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
| buberrrchik | 1W / 0L / 1D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 199 | 163 | 194 | 234 |
| 2024 | 190 | 130 | 156 | 283 |
| 2023 | 197 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 77W / 74L / 7D | 63W / 75L / 16D | 49.7 |
| 2024 | 31W / 39L / 13D | 31W / 45L / 8D | 55.6 |
| 2023 | 2W / 1L / 1D | 1W / 4L / 0D | 55.4 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 380 | 163 | 179 | 38 | 42.9% |
| Undefined | 25 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 52.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening St George Defense | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 20.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening St George Defense | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Kings Fianchetto Opening | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Clemenz Opening | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Reti Opening Ware Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 14.3% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 28 | 12 | 16 | 0 | 42.9% |
| Undefined | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 83.3% |
| Kings Pawn Opening St George Defense | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Van Geet Opening | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense Steinitz Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Undefined | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 8 | 0 |
| Losing | 9 | 1 |