qali

Meet qali: The Chess Conqueror with a Punchline

Since bursting onto the blitz scene in 2014, qali has been steadily climbing the rating ladder like a knight on a mission. Starting out with a modest blitz rating around the 1350 mark, qali rapidly sharpened skills and unleashed a competitive spirit that drove the rating beyond 2000 by early 2016 — a feat worthy of a round of applause (or a resounding "check!").

Playing Style and Personality

Known for a high Endgame Frequency (a whopping 78.5%) and patient, strategic play averaging around 71 moves per win, qali clearly loves a good chess marathon. Early resignation is practically a foreign concept here, with a low early resignation rate of just 1.35%, proving that giving up is hardly ever an option — unless the opponent blindsides with a surprise attack or a sneaky Queen’s Gambit (which qali handles with style, boasting nearly 60% win rates against the Queens Pawn Opening Stonewall Attack!).

A comeback artist at heart, qali has an impressive 81.7% comeback rate. Lost a piece? No problem! There’s a 50/50 chance it ends in victory. When under pressure, they tilt not at all... well, only about 9% of the time, leaving plenty of room for focusing on that sweet spot of playing at dawn around 6 AM—clearly the best time of day to unleash tactical brilliance.

Favorite Openings and Hot Streaks

The Queen’s Pawn Opening and its variations are qali’s bread and butter. Winning nearly 58% overall and nearly 61% with the Stonewall Attack variation, this opening has been a key to their success in blitz battles. Italian and Indian Games are also in the repertoire — perfect for mixing things up and keeping opponents on their toes.

Longest winning streak? An impressive 14 games — proving that when qali’s in the zone, it’s best to surrender early or prepare for a chess lesson. The current streak may have paused, but knowing qali, the next fiery run is just around the corner.

Blitz and Bullet Adventures

With over 5,400 combined blitz and bullet games played, qali is no stranger to the fast and furious side of chess. While blitz is the main arena, with a peak rating over 2070 and a record of 2,843 wins, qali has also dabbled in bullet with a solid peak rating of 1565 and a respectable 4-2 win-loss record. Speed demons beware: this is someone who thrives when the clock’s ticking!

Memorable Battles and Recent Triumph

The most recent notable game, a dazzling win against “dosstein” on March 27, 2016, saw qali maneuver through a tense Queen’s Pawn Opening to secure victory on time after a heart-pounding strategic showdown. The variety in endings, including victories by resignation, checkmate, and timeouts, shows qali's versatility and grit.

Opponent Records: Quirks & Quips

qali’s nemesis? Well, “pavouk” and “boreydeleon” seem to have frequented their opponent list the most. But with a win rate that swings wildly from 0% to 100% against various players, it’s clear that this chess player knows how to keep things unpredictable — a true chess chameleon with a sense of humor.

In the grand theater of 64 squares, qali is an accomplished gladiator with both brains and spirit, ready to battle until the clock runs out (or their opponent taps out first). With a penchant for deep endgame scrambles and an eye for tactical comebacks, one thing’s sure: never count qali out, even when the odds are against them.