Oliwier Mordacz - The Chess Journeyman With a Flair for Comebacks
Known in the online chess circles by the username oliwiermordacz, Oliwier is a relentless competitor with a style that combines tactical grit and strategic patience. His journey through the ranks reveals a dramatic ascent from humble beginnings to a Rapid peak rating of an impressive 820 in April 2025, proving that persistence truly pays off.
Rising Through the Ranks
Starting with a modest Rapid rating just over 100 in late 2022, Oliwier quickly showcased his potential. Month by month, his rating surged, reflecting the fruits of countless battles on the board. His average Rapid win rate hovers just over 53%, with a remarkable knack for clawing back after losing a piece — boasting a 66.67% comeback rate that would make even the most stoic opponents nervous.
Versatile Player Across Time Controls
While Rapid is Oliwier’s playground, his Blitz and Bullet performance underscore a versatile skill set. Notably:
- Blitz: Peaked at a rating of 541 in mid-2024, with a nearly even win-loss record that reflects a competitive spirit.
- Bullet: Showing flashes of brilliance with a top rating of 545, Oliwier’s lightning-fast decisions sometimes thrill and occasionally spill over into blunders.
- Daily Chess: A seasoned strategist, evidenced by a steady 600+ rating in this format, demonstrating patience and long-term planning.
Opening Repertoire
Oliwier favors classic, solid openings with a preference for the King’s Pawn Opening and its variations. His best success comes from the Scotch Game and Petrov’s Defense Classical Variation, where his win rates soar near 70%, showing that attacking positions and symmetry alike can serve him well. However, the Ruy Lopez Berlin Defense seems to be a thorn in his side, where he holds a respectable but modest 42% win rate.
Personality & Play Style
Ten percent of Oliwier’s games end in early resignation—he’s not one to suffer fools (or obviously losing positions) gladly. With an average game length around 50 moves for wins and slightly fewer for losses, he enjoys wrestling through endgame complexities. His play is marked by resilience: he wins just over half his games with White (51.68%) and isn't far behind with Black (48.6%).
Moments of Glory and Lessons Learned
Recent highlights include a tactical masterpiece victory won on time against frankybrowny, which perfectly showcases Oliwier’s resourcefulness under pressure. Of course, every hero faces setbacks, and losses by resignation or checkmate (though less frequent) keep him humble and hungry.
Fun Facts
- Oliwier’s best time to play? Apparently, 11 PM sharp—the “witching hour” for checkmates and blunders alike!
- He enjoys a psychological battle just as much as a tactical one—his tilt factor is low, meaning he keeps his cool even when the board looks grim.
- Despite a long losing streak of 10 games at one point, his longest winning streak of 9 games proves he’s made of stern stuff.
Whether racing against the clock or pondering for days, Oliwier Mordacz continues to carve his unique path in the world of chess—one move at a time, with a sharp eye and a tenacious heart.
