Arpit Shah - The Stealthy PitviperX of the Chessboard
Also known in chess circles as pitviperX, Arpit Shah is a force to be reckoned with, even if the ratings might not always suggest grandmaster dominance... yet. With a peak blitz rating soaring over 1100 and rapid hitting around 780, Arpit pirouettes through the 64 squares with a cunning style that’s part artsy, part tactical beast.
Playing Style & Strengths
Arpit’s gameplay is characterized by his dogged perseverance and remarkable comeback rate of 80%—yes, this viper doesn’t just strike once, he often manages to climb back from the brink like a chess phoenix rising from his own tactical ashes. He embraces long, strategic endgames, averaging over 74 moves per win, which shows both patience and charm.
Players have noted his uncanny ability to win even after losing a piece, boasting a win rate afterward of nearly 45%. With an Early Resignation Rate of just 1.64%, Arpit rarely throws in the towel prematurely, making every game a suspense thriller.
Blitz Battles and Beyond
Blitz is Arpit's battleground of choice, with an impressive over 3800 wins and a nearly even tally of losses (~3770), sprinkled with draws showing his adaptable nature. His blitz journey is a rollercoaster—from a lowly 400s rating to crossing the 1100+ threshold in just a couple of years, proving that even pit vipers learn new tricks.
He is fond of openings like the King's Pawn Opening, King's Knight Variation and the Van 't Kruijs Opening, where his win rates hug the 50% mark—a sign he's comfortable both defending and attacking.
Psychological Game & Timing
Sometimes, even a pit viper can get rattled; Arpit’s tilt factor sits at 11, not too shabby for someone who spends hours immersed in fierce battles. Oddly enough, his peak hours to strike are around 1 AM, possibly proving that while others sleep, Arpit sharpens his chess fang skills.
His win rates fluctuate throughout the day, peaking notably in the early morning hours—maybe coffee fuels those inspired moves? If there’s a chessboard near a 2 AM espresso shot, you know where Arpit might be lurking.
Recent Games - A Quick Peek
Among his latest victories: a gritty win by resignation against opponent J-a-y-a-n-t featuring a Vienna Game with some sneaky maneuvers and clinical execution over 49 intense moves. You can watch this game here, if you want some inspiration (or just to watch a pit viper devour its prey).
In Summary
Arpit isn’t just a number-crunching profile; he’s a spirited gladiator on the digital battlefield who values resilience, cunning strategies, and never backs down early. Whether you’re facing him in blitz or rapid, prepare for long fights and unexpected comebacks—because pitviperX might just be coiling for a surprise strike.
Keep an eye on Arpit Shah — the chessboard is his jungle, and he’s still hunting!