magicanna

Profile of magicanna

Meet magicanna, a chess aficionado whose journey through the 64 squares resembles an epic saga of ups, downs, and an occasional magical checkmate. Starting off with a *Rapid* rating hovering around 790 in late 2019, magicanna may not have won those first couple of battlegrounds, but showed incredible tenacity, much like a hero in an underdog story who refuses to quit.

Over the years, this player's tactical wizardry has only grown stronger, culminating in peak ratings of 951 in Rapid (December 2022), 1300 in Blitz (March 2022), and an impressive 1079 in Bullet (June 2022). These numbers are proof that magicanna doesn't just move the pieces—magicanna makes the pieces dance. Preferred time control? Bullet chess, because why not live life in the fast lane?

Playing Style

Magicanna's style is a fascinating blend of strategic patience and sudden sharpness. An eager tactician with an average first capture move around move 5, this player doesn’t shy away from early piece exchanges to unsettle opponents. While resignation happens about 22% of the time, the comeback rate is a breathtaking 53.55%, confirming that magicanna can snatch victory from the jaws of defeat with a flourish.

Favorite Openings and Moves

The king's pawn reigns supreme here, especially the King's Pawn Opening - King's Knight Variation, boasting a respectable win rate hovering near 57% in rapid games. The Scotch Game and Petrov's Defense Classical Variation also make the lineup, making magicanna a player comfortable in classic, time-tested battlegrounds.
When it comes to bullet play, magicanna prefers some rare gems that sound more like spells: the Van Geet Opening Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation and the French Defense Knight Variation, with an almost perfect 100% win rate in those openings. Could it be that “magic” is literal?

Record with Friends and Foes

Magicanna notably performs well against familiar faces, boasting a strong winning record against frequent opponents like playchesssimple and flokkyy, though sometimes stumbles (just a bit!) against the relentless mcphoocliff. Opponents beware: magicanna’s comeback rate indicates a penchant for turning tables and surprising even the most confident foes.

Recent Highlights

A recent masterpiece was played against Chefboyaredeep (June 6, 2023), where magicanna executed a rapid sequence of moves leading to a swift checkmate on move 10 in a classic Morphy Defense Tarrasch Variation. Short, sweet, and lethal. Another shining moment was a victorious game against McDermick (May 9, 2023) ending with a resignation, showcasing the ability to gratefully accept both tactical thrones and gracious surrenders.

Fun Fact

With a longest winning streak of 14 games and a tilt factor of just 12 (translation: magicanna doesn’t rage quit too often), this player embodies persistence and cool-headed play. And while the best time to play is oddly at 5 AM—perhaps the early bird really does catch the chess worm.

In a Nutshell

Whether it’s tactical skirmishes in bullet or strategic marathons in rapid, magicanna always brings a dash of enchantment and determination to the board. A player to watch, learn from, and maybe most importantly, never underestimate—because behind those calm moves lies a magician who can turn any game into a thrilling storyline.

Rating Progression Summary

• Rapid: From a rocky start around 675 in late 2019 to a peak near 951 at the end of 2022, with a slight ebb and flow since then.
• Blitz: Peaks in the 1200s, showing a love for fast-paced battles.
• Bullet: Mastered speeds up to 1079 rating, favoring quick decisions.
• Daily: Modest but respectable, peaking at 1000.

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