Philliphanks: A Chess Maestro in Evolution
From the bustling battlefields of Bullet to the strategic showdowns in Blitz and Rapid, philliphanks has carved a niche as a resilient and adaptive chess player. Much like a living organism fine‐tuned by natural selection, they evolve their game style with every match, turning even the tiniest gambit into a catalyst for victory.
In 2024, philliphanks burst onto the scene in the Daily arena with an impressive rating of 1156, and while the journey through Bullet, Blitz, and Rapid formats has seen twists and turns – from rocketing openings to unexpected endgame twists – their style remains uniquely biological. They adapt their strategies as if they were mutating enzymes, accelerating reactions on the board and forcing adversaries into a state of “checkmate dormancy.”
Strategically, philliphanks isn’t just rolling the dice. With a longest winning streak of 13 and a comeback rate that speaks volumes about their resolve, their performance is as calculated as a well-planned mating net. Their tactics even include an admirable 100% win rate after a lost piece – a true testament to their ability to harness the power of “evolutionary resilience” under pressure.
Whether it's dancing through the ever-changing rhythms of the chess clock – with peak win rates at unexpected hours – or confidently navigating the labyrinth of openings, philliphanks continues to thrive. Their game is not only a battle of wits, but also a remarkable study in the art of adaptation; a true blend of scientific strategy and creative play, where biology meets the 64 squares in a symphony of moves.
In short, philliphanks stands as a living testimony to how persistence, adaptability, and a touch of humor (and a few biology puns) can transform a chessboard into a dynamic ecosystem of endless possibility.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| Jillian Jalovec | 43W / 14L / 7D | View Games |
| coach707 | 12W / 3L / 0D | View Games |
| pmcgowen | 8W / 2L / 0D | View Games |
| 123elihanks | 3W / 1L / 0D | View Games |
| consilbea | 2W / 1L / 1D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 102 | 168 | 331 | 893 |
| 2024 | 130 | 108 | 141 | 1156 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1392W / 1376L / 77D | 1310W / 1402L / 69D | 40.3 |
| 2024 | 163W / 189L / 17D | 148W / 212L / 18D | 36.2 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 1050 | 505 | 520 | 25 | 48.1% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 872 | 442 | 402 | 28 | 50.7% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 216 | 94 | 113 | 9 | 43.5% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 110 | 41 | 65 | 4 | 37.3% |
| Bishops Opening | 88 | 44 | 41 | 3 | 50.0% |
| Vienna Game | 63 | 29 | 32 | 2 | 46.0% |
| Englund Gambit | 62 | 32 | 29 | 1 | 51.6% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 55 | 24 | 31 | 0 | 43.6% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 55 | 30 | 24 | 1 | 54.5% |
| Center Game | 53 | 24 | 26 | 3 | 45.3% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 406 | 202 | 184 | 20 | 49.8% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 62 | 28 | 30 | 4 | 45.2% |
| Alekhines Defense | 40 | 14 | 22 | 4 | 35.0% |
| Center Game | 37 | 18 | 17 | 2 | 48.6% |
| Bishops Opening | 36 | 19 | 17 | 0 | 52.8% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 36 | 18 | 17 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Englund Gambit | 35 | 13 | 21 | 1 | 37.1% |
| Van t Kruijs Opening | 31 | 15 | 14 | 2 | 48.4% |
| French Defense | 30 | 13 | 15 | 2 | 43.3% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 27 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 48.1% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 449 | 224 | 224 | 1 | 49.9% |
| Kings Pawn Opening | 414 | 219 | 193 | 2 | 52.9% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 135 | 70 | 65 | 0 | 51.9% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 60 | 23 | 37 | 0 | 38.3% |
| Englund Gambit | 48 | 21 | 27 | 0 | 43.8% |
| Bishops Opening | 47 | 19 | 28 | 0 | 40.4% |
| Vienna Game | 39 | 19 | 20 | 0 | 48.7% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation | 38 | 17 | 21 | 0 | 44.7% |
| French Defense | 31 | 10 | 20 | 1 | 32.3% |
| Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation | 28 | 11 | 17 | 0 | 39.3% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Pawn Opening | 13 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 46.1% |
| Alekhines Defense | 11 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 90.9% |
| Top Secret | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 71.4% |
| Pirc Defense | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Vienna Game Max Lange Defense | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Kings Pawn Opening Kings Knight Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Englund Gambit | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Kronberger Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Englund Gambit Stockholm Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 13 | 0 |
| Losing | 11 | 7 |