Grandmaster Viacheslav Tilicheev
Meet Viacheslav Tilicheev, a chess Grandmaster who has turned the 64 squares of the chessboard into his personal playground. Known in the realm of online chess as MrMotley, Viacheslav combines unmatched skill with a touch of humor — because what's chess without a little fun?
Career Highlights & Stats
- FIDE Title: Grandmaster
- Peak Ratings:
- Bullet: 2830 (May 2024) – watch out for those lightning-fast nerves!
- Blitz: 2741 (March 2023) – the kind of speed that leaves opponents dizzy
- Rapid: 2747 (July 2022) – the perfect balance of speed and precision
- Daily: 2000 (October 2021) – steady and solid, even in marathon battles
- Win-Loss-Draw Record Summary:
- Daily: 32 wins, 21 losses, 4 draws
- Blitz: 106 wins, 54 losses, 27 draws
- Rapid: 37 wins, 9 losses, 11 draws
- Bullet: 283 wins, 136 losses, 35 draws (holy bullet games, Batman!)
- Longest Winning Streak: 17 games. Because sometimes, Viacheslav just won't stop winning.
Playing Style & Psychology
Viacheslav's style is a fascinating blend of patience and tactical awareness. He boasts an 87.99% comeback rate, meaning he often snatches victory from the jaws of defeat. Average game lengths over 75 moves show he's not just a sprinter but a marathon runner on the board. With a tilt factor of 5, he keeps his cool pretty well — no loud curses over the board, probably just a quiet shake of the head.
Interestingly, his best time of day to play is at 6 AM — so if you’re up early and looking for a challenge, Viacheslav might just be waiting with a cup of coffee and a killer opening.
Favorite Openings & Opponents
Viacheslav’s opening repertoire remains Top Secret, keeping opponents guessing and probably googling desperate strategies at midnight. Over many games, his win rate with this secret sauce hovers between 56% and 64% across all formats.
When it comes to rivals, “drachenfells” is the most frequent opponent (28 bouts), but beware: Viacheslav has impressive success against tough competitors like “gryffingone7” (79.17% win rate) and “subham777” (85.71%). Some opponents have managed to fluster him, but overall, he's a force to be reckoned with.
Latest Chess Drama
His most recent triumph was a hard-fought victory by resignation in a Sicilian Defense Najdorf Variation clash against “Takao2020” on January 27, 2025 — check it out here. Naturally, when GM Tilicheev says "checkmate," it’s better to believe it.
However, even grandmasters have their off days. His latest loss came in a Kings Indian Attack game against “SexyEmperorNero” in February 2025, where he lost on time. Maybe chess and multitasking aren’t his best pals— or perhaps it was a brilliant distraction tactic?
In Conclusion
Viacheslav Tilicheev isn’t just a Grandmaster; he’s a relentless competitor with a quirky edge, armed with secret openings, a burning desire to win, and a tactical mind sharp enough to make Stockfish blink. So if you ever have the chance to face MrMotley over the board, remember: it’s more than a game—it’s a journey through strategy, wit, and the occasional well-timed coffee break.