Overview
Meilin Hoshino (meme0105) is a Woman Candidate Master who prefers fast, exciting battles on the clock. Meilin made a name for themself playing lively blitz and rapid games, often steering into complex middlegames that end in long, dramatic endgames. If you see Meilin online around 19:00, you might be about to witness a tactical skirmish that turns into an epic queen-and-pawn finale.
- Title: Woman Candidate Master
- Username: meme0105
- Preferred time control: Blitz (Blitz)
Playing Style
Meilin plays like someone who enjoys the full story of a chess game. They are patient in the opening and middlegame, and they love endgames. Long fights are their specialty and their statistics back that up.
- Endgame frequency: high, about 87.5 percent of decisive games reach endgame play
- Average moves per win: 92.42, per loss: 71.79
- Average first capture: move 6
- Tactical resilience: comeback rate 75 percent, meaning Meilin often finds their way back after setbacks
- Psychology: tilt factor 7, best time of day to play is 19:00
Openings and Strengths
Meilin has explored a broad opening repertoire. They handle classical queen pawn systems and several Sicilian and Caro-Kann structures. A knack for converting endgame advantages makes certain opening choices particularly dangerous for opponents.
- Notable rapid openings: QGD lines (Chigorin, Tartakower), Sicilian Closed and Accelerated Dragon subtleties
- Notable blitz openings: Sicilian and Caro-Kann battles, plus solid defenses like the Slav
- Comfortable with long strategic plans and squeezing opponents in simplified positions
Learn key terms: Sicilian Defense, Caro-Kann Defense
Career Highlights and Trends
Meilin has shown steady peaks and a real flair for blitz. They enjoy streaky runs, both good and bad.
- Blitz peak performance is notable. See a visual trend:
- Peak blitz rating: 1984 (2024-06-04)
- Longest winning streak: 3 games, current winning streak: 2 games
- Longest losing streak: 7 games, current losing streak: 0
- Yearly habits: favors 19:00 play and performs well on Monday and Thursday sessions
Notable Opponents and Records
Meilin has squared off multiple times with a handful of recurring opponents. Matches are often close and instructive.
- Most played opponent: dianamirza (2 games, 1-1)
- Other frequent opponents: drilon_qe, darkbluelord, lluiss, rhwr, mfschulz, timurist, arteler, marketmoover, onthequiet
- Overall blitz record is tough but improving; rapid games show solid competitive spirit
Check the profile for more head-to-head details: Meilin Hoshino
Sample Game Snippet
Here is a short illustrative sequence that shows Meilin's appetite for complexity early on. You can replay it below.
- Mini PGN:
Fun Facts
Meilin blends seriousness with a playful streak. Expect cheeky move choices, brave sacrifices, and a love of long endgames. They are the sort of player who will play on until both clocks are near zero, then smile and offer a handshake.
- Nickname in chat: meme0105, which hints at a good sense of humor
- Often first to checkmate? Not yet, but queen checks are their favorite threat
- Placeholders for future content: chart, peak stat, and interactive replays embedded above
How to Follow
Watch Meilin in blitz arenas and rapid events. Their games are a mix of stubborn defense, sudden tactics, and long endgame dramas. If you want to study practical endgame play or learn how to fight back from small deficits, Meilin's games are worth a look.
- Preferred study targets: endgames, practical pawn play, converting small advantages
- If you face them online, be ready for a marathon, not a sprint