Marcin Krysztofiak - International Master
Known in the chess world as mkrysz, Marcin Krysztofiak holds the distinguished title of International Master awarded by FIDE. A player who blends tactical brilliance with a steady endgame approach, Marcin's style reveals a deep love for complexity and calculated risks.
Marcin burst onto the online chess scene with a modest rapid rating of 1200 in 2010 and quickly climbed the ranks, reaching a peak in rapid play of nearly 1900 by 2019, demonstrating persistence and tenacity across more than 274 rapid games. Even when the losses piled up, Marcin’s 77.82% comeback rate proves he's never one to shy away from a fight — and his 100% win rate after losing a piece might just make opponents second guess every capture.
In blitz chess, Marcin proved lightning-fast and precise, hitting a peak rating over 2000 in 2018 and boasting a strong 60% win rate in 55 recorded blitz games. Bullet chess? Marcin got there too, winning nearly 70% of those rapid-fire encounters — a testament to both nerves of steel and quick reflexes.
But Marcin isn't all about speed and tactical fireworks. Their slow-paced daily games reveal a strategic thinker capable of long plans, averaging 62 moves per win. It’s a marathon approach — patient, relentless, occasionally surprising.
Fun Facts & Quirks
- Marcin's longest winning streak is a staggering 18 games — like a grandmaster-level hot streak fueled by caffeine (or sheer determination).
- Known to mix a bit of mystery into their openings ("Top Secret" performance reigns supreme!), they keep opponents guessing and fans intrigued.
- White pieces give Marcin a slight edge with a 55% win rate, but black is no pushover at just under 49% wins.
- Some opponents never stood a chance — Marcin holds a perfect 100% win rate against several players named “rmbury,” “flamingwolf,” and “zugzeit.”
- Only tilts 23% of the time — proving even International Masters have human moments.
Whether it's crushing it in blitz at the crack of dawn or reigning supreme in extended daily duels, Marcin Krysztofiak embodies the spirit of chess mastery peppered with a dash of humor and heart. Opponents beware: this IM is always primed for the next thrilling game.