Profile Summary: 3ij barmen Botsmann (aka mikago)
Meet 3ij barmen Botsmann, known in the chess world by the intriguing username mikago. A player who has danced around the 1100–1400 rating range in Blitz and the 1200–1500 zone in Rapid, mikago is the epitome of perseverance and love for the game.
Starting with a modest Blitz rating of around 1185 in 2016, mikago’s peak blitz rating soared to an impressive 1372 by July 2017, demonstrating a steady climb fueled by over 1000 wins and nearly as many losses. Rapid play shows a similar pattern with a peak of 1561 achieved way back in 2015, proving mikago’s knack for quick thinking under pressure.
Playing Style & Habits
Not one to surrender easily, mikago boasts a comeback rate of 76% and a surprisingly stubborn tilt factor of 10, which sounds like a low-key warning against ruffling this player’s feathers. With an average game length of roughly 66 moves per win, it’s clear mikago enjoys a good strategic battle, savoring every moment on the board until the last checkmate or resignation.
The TacticalAwareness stats say mikago isn't just a casual player — a 43.55% win rate after losing a piece hints at a crafty fighter who can turn adversity into opportunity.
Favorite Openings & Strategies
When it comes to openings, mikago is a fan of the Bishops Opening and its variations in Blitz, with a respectable win rate nudging just over 53%. Other favorite choices include the Ruy Lopez Opening Birds Defense and the French Defense, each showing that mikago is comfortable navigating classical chess waters, although there’s an adventurous spark in playing the Sicilian Bowdler Attack.
Notable Matches & Memorable Games
One of mikago’s recent triumphs involved a queen’s pawn dance leading to a resignation by the opponent, showcasing tactical awareness and endgame prowess. Conversely, the occasional misstep, like a loss by resignation and even a checkmate defeat in the classic Bishop’s Opening, keeps things humble and the journey interesting.
Quirks & Fun Facts
- Despite a modest rating, mikago’s win counts rival their losses, proving they’re in every battle till the end.
- Plays strongest around 5:00 AM — an early riser or a late-night strategist? The mystery continues!
- Resignation rates are low, indicating mikago rarely throws in the towel early — except maybe when the cat jumps on the keyboard.
- White pieces bring a slightly better win chance (51.13%) compared to Black (46.68%), so always cheer for mikago with the whites!
Whether it’s pacing through long, gritty games or jumping into fast-paced Blitz showdowns, 3ij barmen Botsmann aka mikago is living the chess dream, one move at a time — with resilience, wit, and a little bit of cheeky flair.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| jjromero | 9W / 16L / 1D | |
| koor | 7W / 13L / 0D | |
| djetman | 9W / 9L / 0D | |
| patsybut | 7W / 8L / 0D | |
| Roman B | 9W / 6L / 0D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 603 | 1117 | 1144 | |
| 2016 | 514 | 1196 | 1168 | |
| 2015 | 1284 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 522W / 476L / 33D | 482W / 523L / 29D | 73.9 |
| 2016 | 360W / 314L / 19D | 322W / 355L / 13D | 69.8 |
| 2015 | 2W / 1L / 2D | 4W / 3L / 0D | 76.2 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishops Opening | 321 | 172 | 137 | 12 | 53.6% |
| Bishops Opening Boi Variation | 134 | 61 | 67 | 6 | 45.5% |
| Bishops Opening Berlin Defense | 118 | 55 | 63 | 0 | 46.6% |
| Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack | 117 | 56 | 55 | 6 | 47.9% |
| Ruy Lopez Opening Birds Defense | 98 | 52 | 41 | 5 | 53.1% |
| French Defense | 78 | 42 | 35 | 1 | 53.9% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 63 | 29 | 33 | 1 | 46.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 52 | 22 | 30 | 0 | 42.3% |
| Scotch Game | 49 | 22 | 23 | 4 | 44.9% |
| Giuoco Piano Game | 43 | 21 | 22 | 0 | 48.8% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishops Opening | 189 | 113 | 72 | 4 | 59.8% |
| Bishops Opening Boi Variation | 99 | 47 | 51 | 1 | 47.5% |
| Bishops Opening Berlin Defense | 83 | 44 | 35 | 4 | 53.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack | 80 | 24 | 54 | 2 | 30.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 74 | 35 | 36 | 3 | 47.3% |
| Italian Game | 65 | 29 | 36 | 0 | 44.6% |
| Ruy Lopez Opening Birds Defense | 54 | 21 | 33 | 0 | 38.9% |
| French Defense | 37 | 18 | 19 | 0 | 48.6% |
| Pirc Defense | 22 | 8 | 13 | 1 | 36.4% |
| Caro Kann Defense | 20 | 8 | 12 | 0 | 40.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Queens Pawn Opening | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| French Defense | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening St George Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Queens Pawn Opening Chigorin Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Undefined | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 11 | 0 |
| Losing | 10 | 2 |