major_8

Profile Summary: major_8

Meet major_8, the blitz battler and rapid strategist whose chess journey reads like a thrilling novel filled with wins, losses, and plenty of dramatic turns. With a blitz rating that climbed from 557 in 2023 to a respectable 1432 in 2025, and a rapid rating hitting a steady peak of 1244, major_8 has proven to be a formidable opponent on the online chess battlefield.

Over thousands of blitz games played (we’re talking about the 7000+ mark!), major_8 maintains a gritty win rate just shy of 50%, which is quite respectable given the fierce competition and lightning-fast nature of blitz chess. If you’re a fan of suspense, watch out for their impressive longest winning streak of 13 games — talk about cracking under pressure, or in this case, absolutely refusing to!

Known for an endgame frequency of nearly 77%, major_8 loves dragging matches to the bitter end, patiently outmaneuvering opponents with a style that suggests they’re either a very wise chess guru or a sneaky grandmaster in disguise. And while the average victory lasts around 72 moves, the losses tend to be quicker, proving that major_8 knows when to cut their losses — usually after only 66 moves. Even in defeat, major_8 keeps their cool with a tilt factor of just 10%, avoiding meltdown moments better than most.

Major_8 is no stranger to comebacks — boasting a staggering come back rate of 89.55% and a perfect 100% win rate after losing a piece — because giving up is for amateurs. Their psychological resilience is basically their secret weapon, along with a penchant for tactical awesomeness that can turn the tables when least expected.

Speaking of opponents, major_8 has an interesting loyalty streak, regularly clashing with familiar faces like ashokr, jhonbr2019, abahafsha, and xmart67. Win rates here vary, but the dedication to familiar rivalries adds flavor to the chess drama.

Fun Facts:

• White pieces win more often (53.05%) than black (45.88%), probably because major_8 likes to start things off with a bang.
• Early resignation is a rarity — only 2.22% — showing major_8’s doggedness in fighting every position hard.
• Plays best in the low-hanging hours: 2 AM, 8 AM, and surprisingly a strong 58.62% win rate at 10 PM. Night owl or early riser? Major_8 is both.
• Enjoys cracking open the “Top Secret” opening with a nearly 50% win rate in blitz, and crushes it in rapid with a 72% win ratio.

In summary, major_8 is the chess warrior who blends tenacity, strategic patience, and psychological resilience — a player who's as comfortable in long, draining endgames as they are in blazing blitz battles. Whether you’re looking for a tough opponent or a player who refuses to quit until the final checkmate, major_8 is your champ.