Mukund Narasimhan

Mukund Narasimhan (aka Mnaras) — The Ambitious Chess Adventurer

Meet Mukund Narasimhan, or just Mnaras to his many online opponents — a chess player who often dances on the edge of brilliance and befuddlement.

With a peak rapid rating of 583, Blitz rating soaring to a surprising 311, and a steadfast daily rating locked at 400, Mnaras is definitely no slouch. Though sometimes his rating journey resembles a rollercoaster (ranging wildly in blitz from 100 to 311), his resilience on the board is admirable.

Playing Style & Psychology

Known for an early resignation rate of nearly 28%, Mnaras isn't afraid to throw in the towel, probably saving time for the next exciting skirmish. Yet, when the chips are down, watch out: his comeback rate stands impressively at 61%. Even after losing a piece, Mnaras fights on, winning nearly 32% of those grim scenarios.

Fun fact: his worst time to play seems to be at 6 AM (0% win rate), while 9 AM shines bright with a 67% win rate. A classic morning person, maybe? Too bad his tilt factor is around a 9 — he can get frustrated, like any passionate gamer who’s 3 moves away from checkmate but ends up two pawns down.

Favourite Openings

When playing Blitz, Mnaras swings between the solid and the spicy, wielding the Bishops Opening with a respectable 64% win rate, and even impressing with the Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack boasting a 75% success rate. Rapid games see him lean into the Scandinavian Defense (winning 70% of the time), a bold choice for those who like to control the center with a dash of swagger.

Recent Battles

Mnaras' latest triumph was a blitz victory against Derek0093, where he outlasted his opponent on the clock — a victory by timeout, proving patience is sometimes the best weapon. On the flip side, his most recent loss came at the hands of bj0630 in a rapid Pirc Defense duel, reminding us all that even the best can have off-days.

Head-to-Head Highlights

Against some opponents, Mnaras performs like a rockstar—100% win rate versus players like derek0093, aaaaaaaaazzzzzaa, and federal212. Against others, such as tusber26 and bj0630, things get tricky with a 0% win ratio—clearly a stylish rivalry to watch.

Summary

All in all, Mukund Narasimhan (Mnaras) is a fighter who mixes strategic openings with impulsive timings and a thirst for speed chess glory. Whether he's cunningly executing a Bowdler Attack or resigning gracefully to save dignity, he keeps his opponents—and himself—on their toes.

To future foes: beware the unpredictable charm of Mnaras. And to friends: keep your coffee ready for early morning games—they are his prime time!