Lily C

Lily C. (lilycx) - The Relentless Rapid Rook

Meet Lily C., a chess warrior known in the digital arena as lilycx. With a passion for rapid games and daily battles, Lily combines tactical flair with a stubborn fighting spirit. Her chess journey started with a peak rapid rating of 601 in March 2021, a respectable badge of honor for anyone daring to tangle with the knights and bishops online.

Though her ratings have seen their share of ups and downs, Lily’s willingness to face defeat head-on is nothing short of inspiring. With a nearly even rapid record of 459 wins and 450 losses, plus 65 draws, she doesn't just play chess—she lives it. Her average game length is quite the epic saga, averaging over 55 moves in victorious battles and not far behind in losses.

A true specialist in the Alekhine's Defense family, Lily has explored both the Scandinavian and Maroczy variations extensively. She boasts a win rate nearing 58% with the Maroczy Variation, proving that sometimes going off the beaten path can lead to tasty victories. The Scotch Game and Reti Opening also sit comfortably in her arsenal, showing her versatility beyond her beloved hypermodern defenses.

Lily’s playstyle is marked by a strong presence in endgames, with over 52% of her games reaching those critical final phases. However, she's been known to bow out early in a modest 6% of matches, perhaps saving her energy for the next epic battlefield. And don’t underestimate her psychological resilience: despite having a tilt factor of 13 (chess players know the struggle), she achieves comebacks after losing a piece more than 60% of the time, an inspiring trait for any aspiring tactician.

Her best playing hour is around 3 PM—so if you see lilycx online around then, beware! That’s when her moves are sharpest, and her opponents’ kings start sweating. When facing higher-rated players, she struggles a bit—but against equals or those rated below, she shines brightly with a win rate over 80%.

Recent games reflect a strategic mind unafraid to dive into complex lines, finishing victories by resignation or precise checkmates. She’s battled fierce opponents like Se0ng and AniketJain170, showing that she can both grind down and outwit challengers with finesse.

Outside the stats and openings, Lily's chess story is about persistence, learning, and a bit of charm—because every queen deserves a little fun while chasing down victory.

Here's to many more games, unexpected combos, and maybe a few lucky blunders (for the entertainment)! Check your boards, opponents—lilycx is on the prowl.