Profile of Lkshadow64: The Rollercoaster Rook
Meet Lkshadow64, a chess player whose journey through the ranks is as thrilling as a knight's leap across the board. With a peak rapid rating of 400, blitz hitting a lofty 457, and a bullet best of 400, this contender knows how to make an entrance – sometimes with a bang, sometimes with a dramatic tumble.
Playing Style & Personality
Known for a tactical flair backed by a staggering 77.97% comeback rate, Lkshadow64 embraces the chaos on the board with a grin. Yes, the game might get messy — after all, their average loss is a slow 49 moves (perfect for dramatic tension) — but they often rebut with a cunning checkmate or a spectacular rally. White squares see a happier warrior here, boasting a 46.27% win rate compared to a humbled 37.33% on black.
Endgames are frequented often (over 41% of games!), suggesting patience and love for the full-length battle. However, early resignations happen sometimes (about 7.32% of games), probably due to their merciless self-critique or perhaps they just can’t wait for the next match!
The Opening Repertoire
The Scandinavian Defense reigns supreme in Lkshadow64’s arsenal, netting an impressive 80% win rate in rapid games. The Sicilian Defense is also a beloved territory with a perfect undefeated 100% score from 3 games. On the flip side, the Queen's Pawn Chigorin Variation hasn't been as kind, yielding no wins over six encounters — a nemesis for sure!
Performance Highlights
- Longest winning streak: 6 games (a mini-royal flush of victories!)
- Current winning streak: 1 (a spark eagerly awaiting a fire)
- Most recent rapid win: a dazzling checkmate against bahubaol with the
King’s Pawn Opening, King's Knight Variation.
See the final moves
- Peak Blitz rating: 457 – fast and furious!
The Opponent Report
Lkshadow64 has tangled most with the mysterious whyknow, winning about 20% of those battles – plenty more rematches promised. Some opponents, like bahubaol and vepe8, have met only defeat at the hands of Lkshadow64, who sports a perfect record there. Then there are others who appear to have cracked the code (looking at you, arjunbhattach and josetorresr) with zero wins for Lkshadow64. Every struggle writes a new chapter!
Fun Facts
- Best time of day to play: 1 PM — the hour of the queen's gambit?
- Likes to mix it up, shining brightest when the pressure's on – a comeback artist with a tilt factor of just 8 out of 100.
- Rated games bring out 18% more wins than casual play; takes the ladder seriously!
In short, Lkshadow64 is the quintessential chess explorer: passionate, resilient, and occasionally causing fellow players to wonder if the shadows are indeed alive on the chessboard. Whether staking a claim in the Scandinavian or daring an Englund Gambit, expect exciting games and a loyal warrior who never bows out without a fight.
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