Ann Lincon: The Tactical Dynamo of the Digital Chessboard
Meet Ann Lincon, who may not yet be the queen of the chessboard, but is certainly on her way to becoming a fierce contender in all forms of the game! Whether it’s blitz, rapid or bullet, Ann’s name (or should I say username lIAISDASDA) is one to watch in the ever-evolving arena of online chess.
Rating Rollercoaster
Despite the chaos evident in her ratings — a Blitz rating peaking at 412 in April 2025, a Rapid high soaring to 685 just earlier that year, and a Bullet top speed of 363 — Ann’s journey reflects the valley and peak experiences every chess player faces. Suffice to say, Ann's gameplay is more thrilling than a rollercoaster ride, and about as predictable as a squirrel on caffeine.
Playing Style & Strategy
Ann is not the kind of player to resign early — with an early resignation rate under 5%, she’s in it for the long haul, often taking games past 50 moves. A black piece fan with a slight edge in winning percentage (50% with Black vs. 48.37% with White), she thrives under pressure, boasting an impressive 71.5% comeback rate in games where she’s initially down a piece. When most would scream "blunder!", Ann sees an opportunity for a daring turnaround.
Opening Repertoire
An eclectic adventurer in her choice of openings, Ann enjoys flirting with the Modern Defense (with a neat 50% win rate in Blitz), but also mixes it up with the French Defense Normal Variation boasting a solid 75% win rate. Her Rapid palette tastes best with the King's Pawn Opening, crushing it with an 81.82% win rate. And for those speedy Bullet battles, her secret weapon includes the Grob Opening — yes, the famously quirky and off-beat opening — where she has a respectable 66.67% win rate. Who needs tradition when you've got surprises waiting in the wings?
Favorite Battles & Rivalries
Ann's most recent triumph came against cnakordan, who bowed out gracefully after a strategic Grünewald of pieces left him helpless. She’s bested a range of opponents, especially reveling in victories against laviewinter, themaanvirtual, and shutttttttttttttttt, all of whom have experienced the sting of Lincon’s endgame prowess. Although several opponents still have her number, Ann has proven time and again that her chessboard is a battlefield she’s willing to fight on as long as the clock ticks.
When to Catch Her at Her Best
If you're looking for when Ann's brain is firing on all cylinders, pay attention to her games around 1pm local time—she boasts an 83% win rate at 13:00 hours. Saturday and Friday also seem to be her lucky days, while Thursday afternoons are best avoided unless you want to witness a strategic "tilt".
Off the Board
Aside from the moves, Ann’s psychological resilience stands out with a low tilt factor, indicating a player who can shrug off blunders and keep the poker face. Although the chess community awaits her official grandmaster title, her style is already full of punishing tactics, surprising comebacks, and a sprinkling of humor — apparently, she might chuckle when using the Grob Opening just to keep her opponents on their toes.
In conclusion, watching Ann Lincon play is like watching a thrilling novel unfold: unpredictable turns, brilliant tactics, and a few cheeky surprises. Whether she’s winning on time, sneaking a sneaky resignation, or simply enjoying the game, Ann’s passion for chess shines bright through every game she battles.
“Strategy? Check. Tactics? Check. Unexpected moves? Double check!” — That’s Ann for you.