Overview
Gilea Lucian, known to fans as lucian_gl, is a titled chess player who earned the FIDE Master title from FIDE. Based in the blitz-heavy chess scene, they combine fast calculation with a playful wit, turning quick decisions into entertaining battles on the clock.
Blitz Specialist
Blitz is their arena. The player has racked up a best-in-class pace, crossing the 2400 barrier at their peak and delivering sharp, punchy games when the seconds tick away.
- Peak Blitz rating: 2401 (2025-08-20)
- Longest winning streak: 13 games
- Notable blitz openings: Amar Gambit, Amazon Attack, Caro-Kann Defense
Opening Repertoire in Blitz
- Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack — Blitz games: 111, Wins: 65, Losses: 33, Draws: 13, Win rate: 58.56%
- Caro-Kann Defense — Blitz games: 110, Wins: 63, Losses: 39, Draws: 8, Win rate: 57.27%
- Amar Gambit — Blitz games: 78, Wins: 47, Losses: 26, Draws: 5, Win rate: 60.26%
- Australian Defense and related lines also feature prominently in blitz.
Rivalries and Notable Opponents
- Most played opponents:
- Tom Borvander — 12 games (6W-5L-1D)
- a1ph4z3r0 — 12 games (7W-3L-2D)
- sl2p — 11 games (5W-6L)
- j1075 — 10 games (7W-3L)
- malimukes — 9 games (6W-3L)
Game Snapshots
For a peek into the blitz journey, see a sample moment: