Luis Pires

Luis Dal Bem (LuisDalBem) - Chess Player Profile

Known to friends and foes alike as LuisDalBem, this intrepid chess adventurer has been wading through the treacherous waters of Rapid and Blitz chess with a fighting spirit and a unique sense of humor. Luis’s chess journey could be described as a roller coaster — except sometimes it felt more like a tilt-a-whirl. With a peak Rapid rating of 616 achieved back in October 2024, Luis has experienced the dizzy heights of victory and the humbling lessons of defeat, proving that every game is a puzzle to solve and a story to tell.

Playing Style & Personality

Luis is no stranger to early resignations (~39% of games!), which could either mean a brutally honest self-evaluator or just a very practical player who dislikes dragging out the agony when the tides turn sour. Yet when a game slips into the endgame, Luis’s frequency shines at nearly 15%, showcasing endurance and tactical alertness. With an average winning game lasting about 35 moves while losses tend to be quicker and more painful at 22 moves, you get the impression Luis prefers to fight until the last breath when winning, but prefers a swift exit when the battlefield looks bleak.

Opening Repertoire

A versatile warrior on the 64 squares, Luis favors some classic lines:

• Petrov’s Defense Classical Variation — his trusty steed with a blistering 72.7% win rate in Rapid, proving that patience and counterattack can pay dividends.
• Scandinavian Defense (Mieses-Kotrc Variation) — a bold choice resulting in a commendable 60.5% win rate, showing Luis’s flair for sharp, tactical battles.
• Italian Game — a romantic’s touch with a 60.7% win record.
• King’s Pawn Opening, especially the King's Knight Variation — a staple that brings near 50% success, giving Luis plenty of room to improvise early.

Competitive Adventures & Stats

Luis has clocked an impressive number of games: over 1,100 combined wins in Rapid and Blitz combined with the highs and lows of more than 1,300 losses. His longest winning streak of 12 games shows the potential of a heat-seeking tactical missile, while the infamous 14-game losing streak reminds us all: even the best of us stumble sometimes, especially when the brain needs a coffee break.

Luis’s psychological resilience is notable with a comeback rate of over 36%, proving he rarely goes down without a fight. His best time to strike? An odd yet intriguing time of 4 AM — apparently when quiet streets spark the sharpest moves (or maybe when all the pieces are just too sleepy to resist)!

Recent Battles

His most recent victories show clever exploitation of opponents’ weaknesses, such as a crafty resignation victory against harveycj25 after a sharp opening tussle with early queen maneuvers and knight dances. But the warrior has also faced tough opponents: recent losses came against some formidable adversaries who navigated the Nimzowitsch Defense and Pirc Defense with chilling precision.

Notable Recent Win

Against harveycj25:

1. e4 e5 2. Qh5 Nc6 3. Nf3 Nf6 4. Qh3 d5 5. Qg3 Nxe4 6. Nxe5 Nxg3 7. fxg3 Nxe5 8. Bb5+ c6 0-1
  

Comebacks & Heartbreaker Losses

Though losses sting, Luis’s determination always shines through. With a tilt factor of 14%, there is room for improvement in handling those frustrating moments that every chess player knows all too well.

Fun Facts

• Enjoys fast-paced Rapid games but also dabbles in Blitz - though Blitz wins are somewhat elusive.
• Wins more often with White pieces (46.8%) but can hold his own with Black too (42.8%).
• Average first capture happens by about move 5 - Luis wastes no time jumping into the fray!
• Endgame appearances may be rare, but when they happen, expect deep calculation and cunning.

LuisDalBem exemplifies the true spirit of chess: resilience, adaptability, and a pinch of cheeky bravery when pushing through openings most fear to tread. Whether dazzling with a Petrovs gambit or navigating a Scandinavian labyrinth, Luis plays to win — or at least to make the game entertaining.