Maria Larina - Woman FIDE Master
Maria Larina, known in the chess world by the username Larina_Marija, is a formidable Woman FIDE Master whose journey on the 64 squares is nothing short of inspiring. With a blitz rating soaring up to 2293 and a bullet peak rating of 2011, Maria combines speed, tactical brilliance, and resilience in every match.
A Tactical Wizard with a Dash of Humor
Maria’s chess style is a curious blend of patience and flair. Averaging around 69 moves per victory and showing an impressive 97% win rate even after losing a piece, she’s a comeback queen who refuses to resign early (only 3.15% early resignations – talk about stubbornness!). Her endgame prowess shines through, engaging in those critical final moves nearly 77% of the time, reminding us all that a game is never over until the last piece falls.
Winning Streaks and Opponent Stories
With a longest winning streak of 24 games, Maria has proven she’s no stranger to dominating play, although these days she’s keeping it humble with a current streak of zero — because even champions need a break. Facing a wide array of opponents, she’s managed perfect records against many, including a flawless 100% win rate against some frequent rivals like balla_tamas and ural_bogatyr. Though a couple of opponents have given her headaches (don’t tell her, but mikedannnn and yourstrulyme have been tough nuts to crack), Maria’s playful grit ensures she always bounces back.
Master of the Hours and Days
Our chess heroine shines brightest in the early afternoon and late morning, boasting win rates over 90% at 11 AM, and an excellent 79% around noon. Saturdays and Sundays are clearly her prime battlegrounds, with win percentages nearing 68%. It’s as if the weekend magic fuels her moves!
Stats & Fun Facts
- Blitz Game Count (2018-2020): 529
- Bullet Game Count (2019-2020): 30
- Overall Win Rate: Nearly 50% in blitz, and a stunning 90% win rate with her "Top Secret" openings in bullet games (we wish we could peek!).
- Psychological resilience: Low tilt factor of 8 — Maria keeps her cool even when the chess gods misbehave.
Whether locking horns in lightning-fast bullet bouts or grinding through marathon blitz games, Maria Larina embodies the spirit of chess: strategic, relentless, and occasionally mischievous. One can almost hear her chuckle over the board as she pulls off yet another unexpected comeback.
