Valery Lisik IM

Valery Lisik - International Master

Known in the chess world by the username LisikValera, Valery Lisik is an International Master who dances masterfully across the 64 squares. With a peak blitz rating soaring to an impressive 2622, Valery has proven to be a force to reckon with in faster time controls. Whether it's blitz or daily chess, Valery's moves blend both tactical sharpness and strategic depth — a true example of chess artistry.

Career Highlights & Playing Style

Valery’s chess journey is marked by a high endurance for long games, averaging over 76 moves per win, and an unwavering tactical awareness, boasting a remarkable 88.65% comeback rate after setbacks. When down a piece, don't count out Valery just yet — with a near 44.1% win rate even after losing material, resilience is built into the game.

Having played tens of thousands of blitz games (17,000+!), Valery's style can be described as strategic yet opportunistic, often capitalizing on opponent mistakes and maintaining composure even during losing streaks. Psychological tilt? Barely a 10 on that scale — reflecting the cool-headedness of a seasoned warrior.

Statistical Snapshot

• Peak Blitz Rating: 2622 (February 2020)
• Total Blitz Games Played: Over 17,000
• Overall Blitz Record: 7,842 wins, 7,819 losses, 1,458 draws
• Longest Winning Streak: 21 games
• Current Winning Streak: 4 games
• Favorite Opening(s): Top Secret (or just very well guarded!)
• Best Time to Play: The mystical hour of 2 AM, when the mind sharpens and pieces obey

Notable Games

Among the latest thrilling battles, Valery demonstrated his sharp technique by delivering a splendid checkmate in a Semi-Slav Defense game on May 22, 2022, triumphing over opponents with both patience and precision. Whether winning by resignation or checkmate, Valery never fails to entertain and surprise.

Fun Fact

Despite the intense chess grind, Valery’s early resignation rate is a modest 0.19%, proving that this player rarely gives up early — the lion of the chessboard stays till the final move!

In the ever-tactical battlefield of chess, Valery Lisik stands as a gladiator, a scholar, and an artist — all wrapped in one formidable International Master. Watch out opponents, because LisikValera is always ready for the next move!