Alexis Vargas Arteaga - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Alexis Vargas Arteaga, aka lexisvar, a formidable FIDE Master whose chessboard escapades have dazzled fans and flummoxed opponents alike. Possessing a razor-sharp intellect married with a relentless tactical awareness, Alexis has proved time and again that the 64 squares harbor no mysteries too deep.
Rising through the ranks with a blitz peak rating of a scorching 2681 in March 2020, Alexis has made lightning-fast moves look like an art form. Whether frantically juggling pieces in bullet games or orchestrating strategic masterpieces in longer formats, this player’s consistency is nothing short of legendary—boasting over 2000 wins in blitz alone and a stunning 80.92% comeback rate when the odds turn against them.
Known for a love of the Sicilian Defense — particularly the Dragon and Najdorf variations — and a very respectable success with the Four Knights Game, Alexis prefers to keep opponents guessing and often finds clever ways to squeeze victory out of the tightest positions. Their endgame skills shine with patience and precision, often turning tough battles into resounding triumphs.
Off the chessboard, Alexis has a quirksome tilt factor of 14: just enough to remind us they're human, but definitely not enough to throw off their killer instincts. And when asked about best times to play, they report a mystical chess mojo at exactly noon — so watch out if you ever challenge them to a midday duel.
Not one to shy from challenges, lex is armed with a sturdy psychological armor, boasting a robust win rate playing with the Black pieces (an impressive 64.8%) and seldom surrendering without a strategic fight.
Recent Highlights:
- Latest wins clinched by resignation, including a sharp victory in a Giuoco Piano battle showcasing their clinical endgame prowess.
- Favored the Sicilian Defense! in a tense Najdorf duel where lex’s patience forced opponents to crumble.
In short, Alexis Vargas Arteaga is a chess player who makes every game feel like a grand theatrical showdown — where knights gallop, pawns scheme, and checkmates sneak in when least expected. If you ever face off against lexisvar, bring your best moves, your steeliest nerves, and maybe a lucky charm or two.