Stepan Mohylnyi - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Known in the virtual chessrooms as Mr_crow_ua, Stepan Mohylnyi has carved out a formidable reputation as a FIDE Master, gracefully navigating the battlefield of 64 squares with calculated cunning and a penchant for thrilling comebacks.
Rating & Performance Highlights
- Peak Bullet Rating: 2636 (January 2025) – enough to give even grandmasters a run for their money.
- Peak Blitz Rating: 2390 (September 2024) – a lightning-fast tactician with nerves of steel when the clock ticks fiercely.
- Peak Rapid Rating: 2047 (May 2023) – a steady strategist who enjoys a bit more time to concoct devilish plans.
- Daily Chess Peak: 1869 (June 2024) – proving even slow and thoughtful games have their place in the crow’s nest.
Playing Style & Personality
Stepan's games are a blend of artistry and endurance. With an astonishing 85.7% comeback rate after setbacks and a win rate hovering above 50% even after losing a piece, Mr_crow_ua refuses to surrender easily. His matches often stretch over an average of 72 moves per victory, indicating a love for deep, strategic battles rather than quick skirmishes.
While he sometimes suffers from the occasional tilt (boasting a Tilt Factor of 13), his mental toughness shines brightest at dawn and early morning sessions, around 5 AM – clearly, that’s when the magic happens and the pieces start flying his way!
Opening Repertoire
Ever the enigmatic player, Mr_crow_ua’s favorite opening is discreetly dubbed "Top Secret" in rapid and bullet formats, yielding an impressive win rate of over 53% in bullet and nearly 59% in blitz. His diverse tastes also include the Sicilian Defense, Grunfeld Defense, and French Defense variations, juggling aggressive and positional ideas with ease.
Career & Stats Snapshot
- Over 1,500 bullet games played, with an enviable balance of 796 wins, 611 losses, and 83 draws.
- Blitz is no less competitive: over 790 games with a solid win rate providing thrilling rollercoaster rides for spectators.
- Rapid and daily chess show an equally dedicated approach, proving Stepan can switch gears between adrenaline-fueled blitz and thoughtful daily games without losing sharpness.
- His longest winning streak? An inspiring 13 wins in a row! However, the universe keeps it interesting with an equally long losing streak of 13 games — because even legends need reminders they’re human.
Memorable Moments
One of Mr_crow_ua's recent victories featured a dramatic battle in the Sicilian Defense, Four Knights Variation, where he outmaneuvered his opponent with slick piece play to win by resignation after 49 intense moves. Proving that patience and precision pay dividends, this game is a testament to his resilience and tactical prowess.
In a Nutshell
Stepan Mohylnyi, aka Mr_crow_ua, is not just a FIDE Master — he’s a resilient strategist, a breaker of tension, and occasionally a chessboard mad scientist who loves secrets and surprises. Whether blitzing with the speed of a crow diving for prey or maneuvering patiently through complex endgames, Stepan keeps his opponents guessing, and the chess world watching.
His motto? "Win, lose, or draw — always crow your hardest."