Nicholas Figorito NM

Nicholas Figorito (Nick12772)

National Master Extraordinaire

Nicholas Figorito, also known in the virtual chess arena as Nick12772, is a National Master who has carved out a remarkable legacy on online chess platforms. With a blend of strategic brilliance and tactical flair, Nicholas has demonstrated a passion for the game that extends beyond casual play—this is a player who treats chess like a thrilling intellectual battleground, sometimes with a dash of humor and a touch of shrewdness.

Over the years, Nicholas has honed their skills in blitz and bullet games, amassing over 45,000 wins in blitz alone — a testament to their swift thinking and resilience. Their blitz rating has soared impressively, peaking above 2500, and they are no stranger to rapid and daily formats where their performance remains consistently strong.

Known for an average win lasting a tactical marathon of roughly 82 moves, Nicholas takes the endgame seriously (79.91% endgame frequency, no less), proving that patience sometimes wins the day. With a comeback rate of 88.38%, they rarely throw in the towel early—unless there's a pizza delivery distracting them, of course.

Nicholas’s repertoire boldly features a mix of classical and modern defenses and openings, such as the French Defense's Exchange and Advance variations, the King's Indian Attack, and the dynamic Grunfeld Defense. Their preferred battlefield varies from the rapid-fire chaos of bullet chess to the thoughtful and strategic positions of daily games, showcasing adaptability and a delightful chess personality.

Fun Facts & Quirks:

• Has an uncanny 99.7% win rate after losing a piece — the ultimate comeback kid!
• Longest winning streak clocks in at a staggering 22 games. Who said streaks only belong on basketball courts?
• Even during losses, Nicholas engages fearlessly, often trying out daring gambits that keep spectators on the edge of their seats.
• Games often unfold into lengthy tactical battles, with deep endgames and the occasional swashbuckling sacrifice.

Recent Highlights

In a recent bullet game from 2025, Nicholas played the Scandinavian Defense with flair, securing a victory by resignation in a tense endgame where their clever pawn push on the 18th move sealed the deal. Ever the tactician, they also demonstrated mastery in the Evans Gambit, swiftly converting pressure into triumph.

But even champions have their off moments—like a recent loss against a tough Sicilian Defense, where the game slipped away after a well-fought middle game. Yet, Nicholas always bounces back with the gusto of a true chess warrior.

Whether it's blitz, bullet, rapid, or daily, watch out for Nicholas Figorito — a master of mind games who makes every match exhilarating, and occasionally leaves opponents wondering, "Did I just get checkmated by a magician or a comedian?"