Rafael Prasca IM

Profile Summary: Rafael Prasca (PrascaR)

Meet Rafael Prasca, the chess virtuoso who proudly carries the prestigious title of International Master bestowed by FIDE. A master of rapid-fire thinking and strategic maneuvering, Rafael dances across the chessboard with a rating peak that could make grandmasters nod in begrudging respect: a thunderous 2802 in Bullet chess and a blazing 2608 in Blitz as of 2025.

Rafael’s style? Think of a mix between a calculated storm and a psychological thriller. With an astounding 89.16% comeback rate, bouncing back from losing pieces like a chess ninja, and a tactical sharpness that forces opponents to resign more often than not, PrascaR has made many enemies on the 64 squares but even more admirers.

Known for favoring complex and dynamic openings, Rafael shines particularly with the Sicilian Defense Taimanov Bastrikov Variation—racking up wins over 58% of the time—and the Alapin Sicilian Defense, proving he loves puzzles that unsettle and outwit. His games almost always feature a rich mix of strategic depth and exciting attacks.

When not setting traps and launching tactical fireworks, Rafael prefers prime time for matches—his best results come around 7 PM, hinting that his king might be fueled by a good dinner or some spicy chess memes. Beware though, a Tilt Factor of 11 means he's human enough to occasionally glare at the board before flipping the table—figuratively, of course.

With almost 1,700 wins in Blitz and Bullet combined and a longest winning streak of 12 games, Rafael’s penchant for tenacity is clear. Whether it’s a bullet game needing lightning speed or a grinding blitz where every microsecond counts, he’s always ready to put the “mate” in “checkmate” with flair.

Feeling intimidated? Don’t be. Rafael Prasca embodies the spirit of chess: brilliant, resilient, and just a little bit quirky. Just remember, if you're his opponent, your safest move might be simply to pack a lunch—because this is a marathon, not a sprint.

Looking to explore his winning magic? Check out one of his signature victories where he sealed a game with a swift checkmate in 27 moves in a Sicilian Defense battle against Sordis: View game.