Bryan López aka LANGOSTASS
A true chess enthusiast who dances gracefully with knights and pawns across the 64 squares, Bryan López—known in the chess realms as LANGOSTASS—brings a spirited blend of determination, deep strategy, and a touch of unpredictability to every game. Starting with modest ratings in the Blitz category around 600 in 2022, Bryan's rapid climb to a stellar peak rating of 1723 by mid-2025 shows his relentless pursuit of mastery and improvement.
Bryan's favorite playground is undoubtedly Rapid chess, where he has shone brightest, reaching a peak rating of an impressive 1956 in June 2025. His skillful maneuvering isn’t limited to just one time control; whether under the ticking clock in Bullet or the more contemplative Daily format, Bryan's stats reveal a player who’s always up for the challenge, juggling over 2000 Blitz games and an astounding 5300 Bullet games with fierce competition.
Opening repertoire? Bryan doesn’t stick to one script but prefers a variety of classic and sharp lines. In Blitz, he favors the Scotch Game and Giuoco Piano, claiming a win rate around 50%! For Rapid play, his trusted companions include the trusty Alapin Sicilian Defense and the aggressive Three Knights Opening, boasting a rapid 85% win rate there—a remarkable weapon in his arsenal.
Not one to shy away from psychological warfare, Bryan has perfected the art of comebacks with a 79% comeback rate, showing nerves of steel when the stakes are high. He's also a resilient tactician, boasting a 42% chance of clinching wins even after losing a piece—because why give up when you can turn the tables?
When it comes to competition, LANGOSTASS has met thousands of opponents, some repeatedly. Despite a tough reunion with the formidable war_machine12345, where his win rate hovers just above 31%, he holds a 100% win record against turton24. Talk about selective dominance!
Bryan’s games often unfold like epic stories — lasting around 66 moves on average — with his endgame play showing his gritty determination. Despite a tilt factor of 29 (yes, even the best get fiery now and then), he keeps pushing forward, mostly playing his best chess in the morning hours around 10:00.
Brilliant, bold, and never boring—Bryan López keeps proving that chess isn’t just a game, it’s a full-contact sport for the mind. Whether you’re a budding player or a grandmaster, this is one opponent who won’t just play the moves—he'll play with heart.
Recent Highlights
June 9, 2025: A graceful victory over War_Machine12345 in a Vienna Game, showcasing brilliant tactical prowess and forcing resignation after a fierce battle.
June 8, 2025: A masterclass in the Caro-Kann Panov Attack, effortlessly outmaneuvering opponents and winning by resignation or on time—in various brutal blitz matches.
Style & Strategies
- Favored time control: Rapid
- Early resignment rate: 3.79% (a sign of good sportsmanship or maybe impatience?)
- Average moves per game: ~67 — no quick checkmates here!
- White pieces win rate: 47.03%, Black pieces win rate: 43.69%
- Preferred opening choices blend classical finesse with tactical flair: Scotch, Giuoco Piano, Alapin Sicilian, among others.
"Chess is a battle, but Bryan fights with a wink and a smile."