Luka Kiladze (luksona14)
FIDE Master & Chess Conqueror
Luka Kiladze, known in the chess universe as luksona14, is a formidable FIDE Master with a knack for turning 64 squares into an arena of endless possibilities. Starting with a humble blitz rating below 2000 in 2019, Luka has blitzed past opponents to reach an astounding peak blitz rating of 2824 in 2025, a number that could easily make grandmasters sweat.
A player whose style blends both cunning and tenacity, Luka's game thrives in the chaos of speed chess. With over 2,000 wins in bullet and blitz combined, they show an uncanny ability to wrest victories from the jaws of defeat, boasting a remarkable 88.55% comeback rate! This is the sort of player who might lose a piece but still wins the war—and maybe even wink while doing it.
Luka’s favored openings paint a picture of flexibility and daring: from the sly Queens Pawn Chigorin Variation to the fiery Sicilian Defense lines, especially the Chekhover Variation and the Rossolimo variations. In rapid games, Luka dominates with the elegant Giuoco Piano and the aggressive Benko Gambit, proving versatility beyond just speed.
Luka’s psychological resilience is as impressive as their tactical prowess, maintaining a low tilt factor of 12 and managing the best results in the wee hours around 2 AM—perfect for midnight blitz marathons or convincing friends that sleep is overrated.
Notable Recent Victory
On June 3, 2025, Luka defeated masruri_rahman with the French Defense Knight Variation, showcasing patience and precision. Resigning at move 33 was the opponent’s best option, as Luka’s relentless pressure left no room for mercy.
Fun Facts
- Longest winning and losing streaks both capped at 12—Luka experiences the full swing of chess emotion!
- Average moves per win is about 85, so don’t expect quick draws; these games are chess epics.
- Prefers the queen’s gambit type lines but also mischievously traps opponents in counterattacks.
- Known among friends as a “comeback wizard” with an amazing ability to rally after losing material.
Whether storming through bullet time-controls or plotting long-term strategy in rapid, Luka Kiladze is a force of nature on the board—proof that with enough grit and a dash of genius, you too can become a chess legend.