Biography of C Li (aka lc5625)
C Li, better known to the chess world as lc5625, is a rapid-rising star who prefers slightly longer time controls but certainly doesn't shy away from the adrenaline rush of bullet or blitz. Starting off in late 2024 with a modest rapid rating of 675, C Li blitzed (pun intended) into 2025, peaking at a swift 915 in rapid chess by May—an impressive climb that would make any pawn proud.
Often seen at the board plotting the classic King's Pawn Opening, King's Knight Variation, C Li enjoys mixing strategic oldies like the Italian Game and the Four Knights Game Italian Variation, boasting respectable win rates above 50% on these lines. Sicilian Defense aficionados beware: the Smith-Morra Gambit and Old Sicilian Variation are among C Li's favorite battlegrounds, where the win rate comfortably crosses 60%.
With a longest winning streak of 14 games and a comeback rate nearing 72%, C Li never throws in the towel without a fight — unless the coffee runs out, of course. Strategic in the opening, patient in the endgame (played in over half the games), and brave enough to dive into complex positions, this player combines tactical awareness and psychological resilience like a grandmaster in training.
Not just a one-trick pony, lc5625 has dabbled in all time formats—from daily chess rated around a steady 400 to blazing bullet games where the personal best hit an impressive 604 rating. The only downside? Their tilt factor hovers at 7, meaning a bad move or two can momentarily send them chasing after pigeons instead of pawns. But on mornings, especially at 6:00 AM, be afraid—because that’s when this chess warrior is at their absolute best, ready to outwit and outlast.
Known opponents like hodinyhodiny and germancamey have tasted complete defeat, while tougher adversaries like rafa87aguiar have handed down painful lessons—the game of chess in all its glory. And for those wondering about memorable moments, just check the quick-fire victory on June 2, 2025, where a textbook checkmate on the Four Knights Game Italian Variation game solidified lc5625’s status as a serious contender.
Whether it’s heroic escapes after losing material or managing double-digit win streaks, C Li brings a lot of heart (and a notable 54 moves average per win) to every battle. So if you meet lc5625 across the board, don’t underestimate their quirky blend of classical and aggressive play—because next thing you know, you’ll be the one admiring their endgame wizardry with a humbled smile.
