Profile Summary: marakun1
Meet marakun1, the rapidly improving chess enthusiast whose journey from beginner struggles (starting Rapid ratings under 700 in early 2023) to a respectable 1500+ rating by spring 2025 is nothing short of inspirational. With over thousands of Rapid games under the belt, marakun1 exemplifies the motto: perseverance beats talent when talent doesn’t persevere.
Known for a quirky playing style, marakun1 enjoys long battles with an average of around 65 moves per victory—clearly not fond of short tactical fireworks, preferring the slow grind and strategic complexity. Endgames are their playground, appearing in nearly two-thirds of their Rapid matches. This patient warrior isn’t one to quit early either, boasting a low early resignation rate of below 1%—they give every game a fighting chance.
No stranger to ups and downs, marakun1's tilt factor has been tested (rated 9/10 on the tilt meter), but their remarkable comeback rate above 80% shows a resilient spirit—like a chess phoenix rising from lost pawns. Even after losing a piece, they hold a nearly 46% win rate, proving that setbacks are merely setups for comebacks.
Friends and foes alike have witnessed marakun1’s mixed bag of opening surprises: from the elusive "Top Secret" openings to the classic Four Knights Game Scotch Variation with their highest win rate (around 67%). However, it’s the Italian Game where they face the most drama, with a cheeky win rate of just 20%, reminding us all that even chess warriors have their kryptonite.
Fun fact: marakun1’s best time to play, according to psychological trends, is at the crack of dawn—around 3 AM—when the brain is sharp and opponents maybe half-asleep. And when they play late night matches, they seem to channel some kind of supernatural focus, especially between 10 PM and midnight, hitting win rates as high as 55%.
Recent games show a tactician who knows when to push for resignation or execute a classic checkmate, finishing off opponents efficiently. But beware! Their current longest losing streak stands at 9 games, meaning marakun1 might now be plotting a furious comeback streak bigger than ever before.
Overall, marakun1 isn’t just a player — they’re a chess journey, an evolution from midboard dreamer to a sturdy Rapid competitor with a peak rating of 1522. Expect this player to keep learning, keep fighting, and occasionally chuckle at the beautiful chaos the 64 squares provide.
"Checkmate? More like check, wait, what? Let me think for 60 more moves!" – marakun1, probably.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| mardaal22l | 4W / 0L / 0D | |
| damioncummins | 3W / 0L / 0D | |
| kupk9155 | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
| properpan | 2W / 1L / 0D | |
| wef2011 | 1W / 1L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1356 | |||
| 2024 | 1338 | |||
| 2023 | 1427 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 322W / 309L / 30D | 311W / 322L / 27D | 67.0 |
| 2024 | 501W / 467L / 37D | 472W / 506L / 25D | 67.5 |
| 2023 | 1113W / 987L / 75D | 1041W / 1103L / 62D | 65.0 |
Openings: Most Played
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Opening | 6063 | 2980 | 2884 | 199 | 49.1% |
| Top Secret | 1422 | 679 | 700 | 43 | 47.8% |
| Italian Game | 15 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 20.0% |
| Four Knights Game Scotch Variation Accepted | 15 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 66.7% |
| Scotch Game | 9 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 22.2% |
| Giuoco Piano Game | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Vienna Game | 9 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 44.4% |
| Three Knights Opening | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 37.5% |
| Giuoco Piano Game Giuoco Pianissimo Italian Four Knights Variation | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 83.3% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Zukertort Chigorin Variation | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 10 | 0 |
| Losing | 9 | 9 |