Dimitris Nionakis

Dimitris Nionakis — aka Nio666s

Meet Dimitris Nionakis, a chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares is anything but dull. Known online as Nio666s, Dimitris blends determination with a sprinkle of quirky resilience—perfectly reflected in his rollercoaster rating history.

Rating Rollercoaster & Style

Dimitris reached his peak rapid rating of 930 back in the spring of 2018, proving he’s no stranger to tactical battles. Though recent years saw some ups and downs (and a particularly dramatic dip in early 2025), he’s currently battling it out with a rapid rating in the mid-400s–a true fighter who never backs down.
His blitz best clocks in at a respectable 727, while his bullet peak hit 731. And let’s not forget his daily chess prowess, peaking at 1407, showing that even without a ticking clock, he's got the patience of a grandmaster in the making.

Playing Style & Quirks

• Endgame Specialist: Dimitris loves long battles with an average of 49.5 moves per win, savoring every endgame flourish.
• Comback King: With a comeback rate near 79%, never count this player out, even if down a piece!
• Early Resignation? A humble 1.7% early bow out rate—he’s here to fight, even if the position looks grim.
• Best Time to Play: When most are asleep at 1 AM, Dimitris is forging victories—perhaps fueled by nocturnal inspiration (or maybe just extra caffeine).

Opening Preferences

Dimitris favors a diverse opening repertoire, with notable success in the King’s Pawn Opening (almost 69% win rate in rapid games) and a fondness for tricky defenses like the Scandinavian Defense and Nimzowitsch Defense. Despite the complexity, he manages to stay cool and tactical.

Memorable Matches

Here’s a quick taste of Dimitris in action:

In a recent rapid encounter, using the Nimzowitsch Defense - Scandinavian Advance Variation, Dimitris orchestrated an explosive attack with sacrifices, culminating in a resignation from his opponent after just 30 moves. A neat demonstration of his tactical flair and fighting spirit!

Personality & Humor

If Dimitris were a chess piece, he might be a knight – unpredictable, tricky, and sometimes galloping into danger just for the thrill of it. His opponents have noticed: many face his attacks and resign in frustration, while others get to admire his persistence (and occasional blunders). Whether morning or midnight, Dimitris brings passion, strategy, and a bit of mischief to the board.

Opponent Relations

Dimitris has a perfect 100% win rate against many recent opponents like bbnllllmm and hassaboy2003, suggesting he might have a secret opening playlist— or just an uncanny knack for their weaknesses. Either way, watch out if you queue up against Nio666s!

Fun Fact

After a solid 8-game winning streak followed by a nerve-testing 7-game losing streak, Dimitris is currently enjoying a hot 6-game winning streak—proof that sadness only makes a grand comeback sweeter.