Malhygoat

Malhygoat: The Rapid Riddler of the Chessboard

Meet Malhygoat, a rapid chess enthusiast whose rating journey is as dynamic as a knight on a loose leash! Peaking at a solid 801 in May 2025, Malhygoat brings a mix of daring offense and defensive grit to every board.

Journey Through the Ranks

Starting the year with a modest 563, Malhygoat's rating has traveled a rollercoaster of victories and defeats, averaging around 636 with 66 games played. It's a story of resilience — 31 wins, 34 losses, and 1 draw in rapid play, showing a fearless approach (and maybe a little bit of stubbornness). The longest winning streak hit five games, and the six-game losing streak serves as a tough reminder that chess is humbling...

Opening Choices That Tell a Story

When it comes to openings, Malhygoat dances through a colorful repertoire, favoring the Philidor Defense and the King's Pawn Opening - King's Knight Variation with an impressive 60% and 75% win rate respectively. Beware: the Petrov’s Defense Classical Variation seems to be a secret weapon — a perfect 100% win rate in two games! However, the Van Geet Opening Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation has been a thorn, with zero wins in three tries. Everyone has their kryptonite, right?

Playing Style & Psychological Notes

Malhygoat prefers enduring endgames, appearing in over half the matches (51.52%), and fights tough battles that last an average of 44 moves when winning — patience is a virtue. Early resignations are rare (5.88%), reflecting a scrappy spirit who fights till the end.
Their psychological "tilt factor" is a low 6, meaning frustration rarely cranks the chaos knob, while their best hour to play is 3 PM sharp — any later, and the goats might get sleepy!

Tactical Brilliance and Comebacks

Impressively, Malhygoat boasts a comeback rate of nearly 68%, often clawing victory from the jaws of defeat. Though losing the occasional piece tends to dim the lights (win rate after losing a piece is 38.89%), the fearless attitude keeps the games exciting and unpredictable.

Recent Battles

The tactical acumen was on full display in a recent victory via checkmate over "ghxstly_knight" on May 17, 2025, showcasing clever exploitation of the Scandinavian Defense Closed. Malhygoat also delivered a swift checkmate using the Philidor Defense earlier the same day, proving versatility across the opening board.
Losses have come in hard-fought contests too — including a resignation against "gofmm" using the Petrov's Defense and a tough checkmate from "gera2329" after experimenting with the tricky Van Geet Opening Reversed Nimzowitsch Variation.

Known Rivals & Fan Favorites

Malhygoat has tangled frequently and fiercely with the likes of "ekosetiawan212" (three times), maintaining a win rate of 33.33% — friendly foes who bring out the best in the goat. Friends and foes alike should beware when facing Malhygoat around 3 PM or at 9 AM, as win rates soar to 100%! The nighttime hours at 23:00 are equally fruitful.

In Summary

Malhygoat is the kind of rapid chess player who turns every match into an adventurous story filled with unexpected twists, stubborn resilience, and a fair share of checkmates that leave opponents scratching their heads. Whether diving into classical variations or fighting with daring Scandinavian gambits, this player's journey is as entertaining as it is educational — anyone watching knows that with Malhygoat, the game is never dull.