Vladislav Nozdrachev IM

Vladislav Nozdrachev - International Master Extraordinaire

Vladislav Nozdrachev, also known in the chess realm as Nozdrachev_Vladislav, is no ordinary player – he's an International Master according to FIDE, a title not awarded lightly. Vladislav combines strategic wizardry with a penchant for lightning-fast blitz and bullet games that leave opponents scrambling like they're in a blitz hurricane.

Chess Style & Strengths

Known for his cunning in the Early Resignation department with a surprising 1.61% early bow out rate (because who wants to play forever if you're losing?), Vladislav makes his mark mainly in the endgame — a whopping 82% frequency, proving he knows how to close the deal. His games average about 75 moves to a win, meaning he savors every strategic nuance before delivering the knockout punch.

His white pieces bring about a fierce 65% win rate, while his black pieces aren't far behind at 59%. Whether wielding white or black, Vladislav's dynamic playstyle is a blend of patience, precision, and occasional tactical fireworks.

Rating Highlights

Over the years, Vladislav has steadily climbed the rating ladder to reach astonishing heights in fast-paced formats: a peak blitz rating of 2932 and bullet zenith at 2957 (both recorded in the year 2025). These figures place him among the elite speed demons of online chess.

His blitz history tells a tale of consistent performance improvements, with impressive monthly averages pushing above 2800 and his ability to maintain winning streaks like a boss (his longest streak? A jaw-dropping 21 wins in a row).

Opening Repertoire & Tactical Prowess

Not one to be pigeonholed, Vladislav's opening choices span secretive, aggressive, and classic lines alike. In blitz battles, his mysterious "Top Secret" openings yield a solid 63% win rate, keeping foes guessing. He also has a fondness for the Italian Game, Caro-Kann Defense, and the tricky Petrov’s Defense variations.

When it comes to bullet games, his trusty weapons include the Alapin Sicilian Defense and the Caro-Kann Advance Short Variation, with sneaky win rates as high as 82% - enough to make even seasoned chess engines take notice.

Psychological Edge and Performance Timing

Vladislav is a psychological fortitude giant—with a very manageable tilt factor of 6—meaning he keeps his cool even when the chess gods aren't smiling. His best hour to wreak havoc? The unearthly hour of 4:00 AM (when mere mortals are snoozing, Vladislav is sharpening his moves).

He shines brightest on Saturdays, winning nearly 72% of his games, and shows impressive win consistency throughout the week, especially Thursday and Monday.

Notable Recent Battles

Always on the grind, Vladislav’s recent triumphs include a thrilling victory over “xol0tl” via a slick time win in a complex Italian Game position. Even in losses, such as one against “Hipolitossos,” Vladislav never lets down his guard easily, showcasing tough resilience and learning.

Fun Fact

Rumor has it Vladislav’s opening move e4 is so powerful, it once caused an opponent to momentarily question reality—and yes, he’s been known to deliver checkmates faster than most can say “blitzkrieg.”

In short: Vladislav Nozdrachev is a chess adventurer, a tactician of the highest caliber, and one fast-moving International Master who’s rewriting the blitz and bullet rulebook, one game at a time.