Profile: mugayad mugayad (aka mashdeniel)
Meet mugayad mugayad, who prefers to keep it casual with the username mashdeniel on the 64-square battlefield. A rapid chess enthusiast, mugayad’s journey is one of resilience, tactical flair, and the occasional rollercoaster of wins and losses.
Chess Journey and Style
From a modest rapid rating of 533 in September 2023 to peaking at a solid 882 in April 2025, mugayad has shown an impressive upward trajectory over just a couple of years. Armed with a love for rapid games, this player is not afraid to go the distance, averaging about 50 moves to victory and nesting comfortably in the endgame phase around 50% of the time.
Playing style highlights: Whether wielding White or Black pieces, mugayad boasts roughly a 55% winning rate, showing no mercy when it comes to seizing the initiative. Early resignations are rare — only 2.56% of games — proving persistence is a virtue here.
Opening Repertoire
Versatility is key: mugayad's repertoire covers classical and adventurous territory. The Scotch Game and Petrov’s Defense (Classical Variation) are personal playgrounds with a perfect 100% win rate in their mini-series. The King's Pawn Opening isn’t just a standard start but a 71.43% winning weapon. Though the French Defense Normal Variation isn’t kind (0% wins in 3 games), you can’t win them all!
Battlefield Report
With an official rapid record of 49 wins, 39 losses, and 1 draw, the battlefield is certainly contested. Mugayad's longest winning streak is an impressive 5 games, but the darkest hour came in a 7-game losing streak — a true test of nerves (and emoji patience).
Frenemy Encounters
- dniealle: Tough opponent with a 33.33% win rate over 9 matches.
- sauy01 and jubilado3: Unblemished record with 100% wins — mystifying and inspiring!
- hikennoace666 and dewinaracena: Not quite the lucky charm, with 0% wins.
Psychological Warfare & Quirks
Best time to strike? Noon sharp — sunlight and caffeine apparently fuels tactical genius! Mood swings exist, with a tilt factor of 7, so be warned: don’t play mugayad right after a rough setback... unless you want to see some fireworks.
Remarkably, mugayad makes comebacks 71.43% of the time after falling behind, proving they fight harder when down a piece — a true underdog spirit.
Memorable Moments
Just recently (June 9, 2025), mugayad executed a glorious checkmate in a Four Knights Game - Italian Variation, holding their nerves to finish with a flourish.
Final Thoughts
Mugayad mugayad aka mashdeniel is a chess player who embodies fighting spirit, healthy obsession with the rapid format, and the curiosity to test many openings — sometimes paying the price, sometimes cashing in on glory. Whether breaking through a tough opponent or licking wounds from a string of losses, mugayad’s chess story is still being written, move by move.