Naufal Dzulfiqar

Meet Naufal Dzulfiqar (aka novldz)

Naufal Dzulfiqar, better known in the chess circles as novldz, is a rapid chess enthusiast who thrives in the heat of the moment — and maybe a bit in the early morning hours (03:00 is apparently peak genius time!). His chess journey so far is a rollercoaster of thrilling wins, soul-crushing losses, and some eyebrow-raising gambits that suggest he enjoys surprising both opponents and spectators alike.

Rapid Rating & Stats

Naufal's rapid rating has seen a meteoric rise, peaking impressively at 587 in May 2025, with an overall respectable average hovering above 550 in recent months. His record shows solid experience with 28 wins, 19 losses, and 5 draws in rapid games. Not bad for someone who occasionally delights in early resignations at around 10.5% of his games—because why play on when you already know you’re in trouble?

Style of Play & Tactical Prowess

Known for an adventurous opening repertoire, he absolutely shines with the Alekhine’s Defense Maroczy Variation, boasting a flawless 100% win rate there. Meanwhile, his favorites like the King’s Pawn Opening deliver mixed results, showing he’s not afraid of a little risk and wily play. He manages a remarkable 85.7% comeback rate—basically saying, “You think I’m down and out? Watch this!” Plus, a tactical sharpness that lets him win over half the time even after losing a piece.

Notable Opponents and Rivalries

Novldz has tangled swords with a variety of foes. His nemesis list includes hv992004, against whom he hasn't scored a single win yet, but he absolutely dominates against others like vyom7777777 and ambalador, maintaining a clean 100% win rate. Puzzle for the curious — is it nerves or strategy causing the zero wins against hv992004? Only the chess gods know.

Winning Streaks & Quirks

That famous longest winning streak? A cool 8-game spree. The flip side is a painful 4-game losing streak, reminding us that even titans have their off days. Also worth noting is a fairly low tilt factor of 4, meaning Naufal tends to keep his cool even when the board looks more like a battlefield.

Memorable Game Highlight

Take, for example, Naufal’s recent checkmate victory against vyom7777777, where maneuvering through a complex position, he sealed the game with a slick Rd1#. Patience and precision — the hallmark of novldz’s play.

In a Nutshell

Naufal Dzulfiqar is a rapid chess adventurer with a flair for tricky openings, a surprisingly high comeback spirit, and an overall rapid rating that often fluctuates like a knight on a wild board. A regular on the battlefield of online rapid games, novldz is definitely one to keep an eye on—especially if you’re planning to challenge him. Just be ready for some unexpected twists and an opponent who’s at his best when the clock is ticking (and when it’s 3 AM, apparently).