Player Profile: lookite
Meet lookite, a chess enthusiast who dances on the fine edge of triumph and tribulation in the realm of Rapid games. With a peak Rapid rating of 1011, achieved in early April 2025, lookite has shown both flashes of brilliance and moments of puzzling struggle—kind of like a rollercoaster that you never want to get off.
This player has amassed over 600 Rapid games with a near even split between victories and defeats, currently holding a win-loss-draw record of 399-469-41. While the bullet and blitz ratings haven't quite caught fire (peak bullet rating: 513, blitz: 620), lookite shines brightest in longer formats, especially the Daily games, boasting a perfect peak of 1200 with a flawless winning record there.
Style and Strategy
A known fan of the Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack especially its Modern and Classical variations, lookite approaches the board with a balance of patience and tactical flair. This opening specialty has delivered nearly a 50% win rate in Rapid games, but watch out for the Scandinavian Defense — it remains a thorn in lookite’s side with under 35% success.
Endgames are a big focus here, with an endgame frequency over 50%, and an average winning game length just shy of 60 moves, proving this player prefers the fight to go long rather than quick checkmates. However, even with grit, early resignations happen about 7.7% of the time, showing there's a healthy dose of realism (or pragmatism) when the board looks bleak.
Memorable Moments
Lookite’s latest shining victory came on June 7, 2025, delivering a checkmate with the nimble Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack (Modern Variation) — a fitting tribute to the player’s favorite opening. The game was a showcase of resilience and technique unfolding over 60 moves, terminating with a precise Rh1#.
The same day also brought dramatic battles, including sharp wins by resignation and some tough losses including a brutal checkmate to coupon7. But hey, as lookite knows, every loss is just an opportunity to tilt the opponent more—tilt factor stands at a modest 17%, so there's always room for psychological warfare!
Playing Patterns
- Favorite Time to Play: Early hours of 5 AM — because who else is up to wreck their opponent's sleep schedule?
- Win Rate by Hour: Peaks around 5 AM and late night at 23:00 with over 50% wins.
- Longest Winning Streak: 8 games
- Longest Losing Streak: A humbling 17 games (yes, we all have those days)
- Famous for comebacks — Comeback Rate of 70.48% shows never to count this player out!
Psychological Arsenal
Despite a tilt factor of 17%, lookite has a knack for bouncing back, boasting an impressive win rate after losing a piece of 35.52%. Opponents beware: this player’s psyche is as sharp as their tactics.
Trivia & Fun Facts
- Average first capture move: around move 6.3 — lookite likes to size up the battlefield before striking.
- Prefers to play Black slightly more effectively (Black Win Rate: 43.18%) than White (39.89%), proving it's not always about moving first, but moving smart.
- Most persistent opponent: arman138777 with whom lookite has waged battle 240 times (and counting).
Looking ahead
With steady improvements in Rapid and Daily formats, lookite is a player to watch — whether they’re quietly crafting a long-term endgame victory or battling it out in nail-biting daily matches. This player combines strategy, a strong opening game (with a penchant for the quirky Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack), and a playful resilience that will keep the chess community on its toes.
