Heiko Machelett - International Master
Known in the chess world as Mortensfjell, Heiko Machelett holds the esteemed title of International Master awarded by FIDE. A formidable opponent in both blitz and bullet formats, Heiko’s games are a roller-coaster ride of tactical brilliance and emotional endurance.
Rating and Performance Highlights
- Peak Blitz Rating: 2499 (December 2016) - Just one shy of the magical 2500 barrier. So close, yet so far!
- Peak Bullet Rating: 2413 (December 2016) - Speed meets precision in Heiko’s rapid-fire assaults.
- Peak Daily Rating: 1948 (December 2017) - Steady and reliable in longer formats.
Playing Style
Heiko is a chess gladiator who never surrenders early (Early Resignation Rate of just 1.19%), fighting through complex endgames (engaged in 77.84% of games reaching the endgame). With an average of 72 moves per win, patience and perseverance are clearly in his toolkit. His white pieces enjoy a respectable 77.94% win rate, while black pieces not far behind with 71.22%.
Tactical Prowess
Known for comebacks that could inspire motivational speakers, Heiko boasts an 80.8% comeback rate and a fierce 72.55% winning rate after losing a piece. Opponents beware: losing a piece here is just the beginning of your troubles.
Psychological Fortitude
With a Tilt Factor of 5, Heiko keeps a cool head on his shoulders. His absolute best time to strike is around 1 AM (apparently chess strategy improves under moonlight!). Also, his most victorious hours boast win rates as high as 85.42% (5 AM!) and a perfect 100% at 1 AM. Coffee or chess genius? You decide.
Record on the Battlefield
Over thousands of games, Heiko’s statistics tell a story of dominance:
- Blitz: 1787 wins, 523 losses, 153 draws — a spectacular ~72.55% win rate
- Bullet: 1053 wins, 226 losses, 69 draws — holding an impressive ~78.12% win rate
- Daily: 45 wins, 7 losses, 5 draws with nearly 79% win rate – no slouch in classical formats either!
Favorite Opponents
Heiko’s most frequent sparring partners include "godswill" (18 games), "remeslennik" (17), and "punisher_chess89" (15). Fun fact: Heiko has a perfect 100% win rate against many opponents, but watch out for "thatkid360" and "sun_1985" who managed a clean sweep against him, making the rivalry spicy and unpredictable.
Memorable Moments
Heiko’s recent victories are marked by patience and tactical sharpness — such as the clean win against "Aimokor" in the French Defense Advance (ended by resignation), and a swift bullet win on the clock against "cherry10". Losses, while rare, show the inevitable unpredictability of chess battles and are met with resilience.
In Summary
International Master Heiko Machelett (Mortensfjell) is a chess warrior who blends strategic depth with tactical flair. Whether blitzing through the day or plotting wins in the midnight hour, Heiko's games are a treat to watch and a nightmare to face. With a long winning streak of 32 games tucked under his belt, this player is definitely one to watch — or at least, one to avoid on the board!