Narek Ghimoyan - Candidate Master Extraordinaire
Meet Narek Ghimoyan, the chess enthusiast who’s danced merrily between pawns, knights, and kings to earn the prestigious title of Candidate Master from FIDE. Known in various circles (and on many boards) as Narek_Ghimoyan, they’ve amassed an impressive legacy in blitz and bullet chess, demonstrating a penchant for fast-paced tactical skirmishes that would make even the most seasoned grandmasters raise an eyebrow.
Rating Highlights
- Blitz peak rating of a whopping 2761 in 2025 – yes, Narek is practically a lightning bolt on the board.
- Bullet max rating soaring to 2609 in 2025, proving their reflexes are quicker than coffee kicks.
- Rapid rating steady around 2189, balancing speed and strategy like a grandmaster juggler.
Playing Style & Flairs
With an astounding 100% win rate after losing a piece, Narek embodies the ultimate comeback artist – losing a pawn is just the opening act before the real show begins. Their games often extend beyond 70 moves, reflecting a patient strategist who enjoys squeezing every last bit of juice out of the endgame, which they reach more than 75% of the time. The psychological tilt factor? A modest 12 – because even the best have their off days.
Battle Chronicles
Battling thousands of opponents, Narek has especially faced rivals like drgerkestein (41 games!), with a respectable ~37% win rate, and consistently outmaneuvers many others with a warrior’s spirit and a strategist’s calm.
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 12 games – a streak that probably made opponents question reality (or just their last move).
- White pieces bring a nearly 53% scoring edge, but black pieces aren’t left behind at almost 48% wins.
- Has a curiosity for early resignations at just 1.39%—because sometimes you gotta know when to fold ‘em, or in chess terms, when the queen has left the building.
- Highest average blitz rating in 2025 clocks a cool 2595, showing steady growth and fierce determination.
Whether it’s bullet or blitz, rapid skirmishes, or marathon wars, Narek Ghimoyan proves that chess is not just a game of kings, but a drama of resilience, brainpower, and a dash of humor. So next time you see Narek_Ghimoyan on your opponent list, tighten your laces – you’re in for a wild and brilliant ride!