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paw08i

Playing Since: 2023-07-07 (Active)

Wow Factor: ♟♟

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Daily: 400
0W / 1L / 0D
Rapid: 563
222W / 183L / 5D

Meet paw08i: The Relentless Rapid-Striker of the Chessboard

Known in online chess circles as paw08i, this player is a curious mix of gritty resilience and bursts of brilliance. With a peak rapid rating of 611 achieved back in July 2023, paw08i might not be dominating global leaderboards yet, but the battle-hardened warrior spirit is impossible to miss.

Starting out strong in a single-game blitz with a perfect record, paw08i dove headfirst into the turbulent seas of rapid chess, where performance ebbs and flows like a high-stakes soap opera. After a rollercoaster rating ride in 2025 — fluctuating between an energizing 172 and a commendable 488 — it’s clear one thing is certain: every game is a chance to learn, adjust, and fight back.

Opening Moves & Signature Styles

Specialist of the Scandinavian Defense with an impressive 90.91% win rate, paw08i loves tricky gambits and solid counters. The Petrovs Defense is also a favored battleground, boasting nearly a 90% win rate, proving that patient, classical openings align well with this player’s fighting style.

Don’t underestimate the diverse arsenal: the Scotch Game stands at a solid 50%, while the Three Knights Opening offers a reliable 62.5% win strike—enough to keep opponents guessing and slightly on edge.

On the Psychological Chessboard

Known for a modest tilt factor of 5, paw08i keeps cool like a chess version of a Zen master—though not without moments of dramatic flair. The abandonment of early games occurs just above 10% of the time, a humble nod to knowing when to quit to fight another day.

Comebacks? Paw08i’s got them in spades with a 66.67% rate of bouncing back after setbacks! Losing a piece is daunting, but this player fights on fiercely, scoring a respectable 46.38% win-rate even when down material. When aggression pays off, it’s often in checkmates—with 68 wins by the final blow—testifying to a killer instinct that refuses to rest.

Peak Moments & Recent Battles

In June 2025, paw08i spectacularly dispatched shiromani13 by checkmate in a thrilling Three Knights Opening duel—showcasing razor-sharp tactics and endgame mastery. The turnaround was swift after a tough loss just hours earlier to likenzii, proving that resilience is one of paw08i’s trademarks.

Fun Facts & Quirks

  • Best time to challenge paw08i: 8 AM sharp. Early birds might catch the sharpest moves!
  • Favorite move count: Wins tend to close out after around 46 moves, while losses drag on longer—because sometimes the struggle is real.
  • Color advantage: Slight edge playing White with a 55.73% win rate, proving the age-old myth true – the first move still counts!

Whether a cunning tactician quietly plotting Scandinavian surprises or a resilient fighter clawing back from material loss, paw08i embodies the true spirit of chess: a blend of strategy, psychology, and an eternal love for the game. Take a seat, set your clock, and face the challenge—if you dare.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
notrealchessanymore 1W / 0L / 0D
bibhu_yadav 0W / 1L / 0D
darioravi 0W / 1L / 0D
zha0l 1W / 0L / 0D
richardgerald 1W / 0L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
blair20000 5W / 1L / 1D
arnavsingh14205 1W / 0L / 0D
jimarisa 0W / 1L / 0D
moniboss24 1W / 0L / 0D
sbasak_24 0W / 1L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 499 400
2023 611
Rating by Year20232025611499YearRatingRapid

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 90W / 73L / 1D 88W / 75L / 3D 50.2
2023 1W / 0L / 0D 0W / 0L / 0D 51.0

Openings: Most Played

Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Kings Pawn Opening 34 14 19 1 41.2%
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 27 17 10 0 63.0%
Scotch Game 22 9 13 0 40.9%
Queens Pawn Opening Mikenas Defense 16 8 7 1 50.0%
Scandinavian Defense Closed 13 7 6 0 53.9%
Scandinavian Defense 11 10 1 0 90.9%
Petrovs Defense 10 9 1 0 90.0%
Three Knights Opening 8 5 3 0 62.5%
Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation 7 4 3 0 57.1%
Italian Game 7 5 2 0 71.4%
Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 8 1
Losing 6 0