Shimm Shimmy Ay (aka mini-mc) - The Chess Adventurer
Meet Shimm Shimmy Ay, better known in the 64-square arena as mini-mc, a daring and unpredictable chess player who’s been on quite the rollercoaster ride through the ranks. From humble beginnings with rapid ratings dipping as low as 205 to a stunning peak of 824 in rapid chess by mid-2025, Shimm has proven resilience, grit, and a knack for surprising turns — both on and off the board.
Rating Journey & Style
Starting out with challenging spells in rapid and bullet formats (nobody said improvement was easy), Shimm quickly turned the tide to become a fierce competitor. With a razor-sharp peak blitz rating of 417, a bullet high of 385, and an impressive daily peak of 1074, this player knows how to juggle different time controls with varying degrees of flair. The average moves per win hover just above 52, suggesting games can be a thoughtful mix of patience and searing tactical bursts.
Opening Repertoire - From Queens to Pirc
Shimm plays an eclectic opening repertoire that reads like a greatest hits of classical and modern: the Queen's Pawn Opening Zukertort Variation boasts a stellar 71% win rate, and the Pirc Defense comes with nearly 70% success, making the opponent sweat from move one. In bullet games, watch out for the sneaky Englund Gambit with a 75% win rate - it’s like an ambush on e4 that says, "Did you see that coming?"
Tactical Tenacity & Psychological Fortitude
With a comeback rate of almost 72%, Shimm embodies the spirit of the phoenix rising from the ashes—losing a piece? No problem. Shimm’s win rate even after losing material is a respectable 51%. Early resignation happens about 10% of the time — hey, sometimes you gotta know when to cut losses (or update tactics!). The tilt factor is low (9%), meaning Shimm rarely lets frustration mess with their game, and the best time for a quality battle is around 7 PM - prime chess hour.
Notable Records & Rivalries
Mini-mc’s most played opponent is “jacksonies”, who has suffered 5 encounters, with Shimm snagging an 80% win rate there. Meanwhile, players like “diddyman069” have proven a touch trickier, pulling off victories in roughly a third of their matches. Recent victories often come with a dramatic flair, including wins by resignation and checkmate involving sharp Indian Game tactics and Pirc Defense masterpieces.
Fun Facts & Chess Quirks
- Longest winning streak: 12 games - counting with no fingers involved!
- Longest losing streak: 9 games - because even champions have off days.
- More draws than quiet Sundays - okay, only a handful, but Shimm knows the power of a solid stalemate.
- Loves to play openings with funky names like Van t Kruijs and “Top Secret” (because who doesn’t want to keep opponents guessing?).
Most Recent Victory - A Tactical Showcase
On June 4th, 2025, Shimm (as white) clinched a smashing victory over “POL4RIZEDYt” with a smooth resignation finish after relentless pressure in the Indian Game 2.e3 variation. The game lasted 30 moves, ending with a powerhouse pawn promotion and a well-coordinated assault. Watch out world, mini-mc means business!
All in all, Shimm Shimmy Ay is a breath of fresh air in the chess community — a player who combines steady improvement, impressive tactical awareness, and a dash of unpredictability. Whether it’s blitz, bullet, or daily chess, mini-mc plays to win, learn, and entertain.
