Raj Herox

Meet “RajHerox”

“RajHerox” is a dedicated chess enthusiast whose journey spans multiple time controls and a wealth of gameplay experience. Across Rapid, Blitz, and Bullet, he has steadily improved, demonstrating both tactical prowess and a keen sense of strategy.

Ratings & Progression

Over the years, “RajHerox” has showcased consistent growth. In 2024, he pushed his Rapid rating from 223 at the start of the year all the way up to 1202, while also achieving a 726 mark in Bullet. By 2025, his Rapid rating peaked at 1229, and his Blitz rating reached as high as 1064, highlighting his ability to adapt and excel across different formats.

Gameplay Highlights

• Win-Loss-Draw (Rapid): 386 wins, 303 losses, 38 draws
• Longest Winning Streak: 9 games
• Average Moves in a Win: Around 60 moves, indicating a fighting spirit well into the middlegame and endgame
• Endgame Frequency: Appears in over 67% of his matches, showing comfort in the final stage of the game

Preferred Openings & Style

A notable feature of “RajHerox’s” repertoire is his frequent use of the Pirc Defense and its variants. He constantly seeks dynamic positions and has proven especially effective with setups like the Modern Defense Geller System. Noteworthy, too, is his perfect track record with the Bird’s Opening and strong showings in some specialized lines, revealing a willingness to explore unconventional approaches.

His tactical awareness shines through a remarkably high comeback rate of over 75%, and he has a strong ability to recover from setbacks. Once he loses material, he still fights on, boasting a perfect 100% win rate in some of those dire scenarios.

Performance by Time

“RajHerox” has intriguing day-of-week and hour-by-hour statistics. He tends to excel on Thursdays (winning around 59% of his games) and shows a particularly formidable record in the early morning hours (peaking at an impressive 80% win rate right at midnight). His Monday performance is also quite solid, with close to 57% victories.

Mindset & Psychology

Despite a tilt factor of 10, indicating he can be passionate and occasionally erratic, “RajHerox” maintains a strong difference in rated versus casual results. This 51.93% higher success rate in competitive settings underscores his focus and determination when the stakes are high.

Aspiring Outlook

Combining strategic depth, persistent fighting spirit, and a willingness to explore a wide variety of openings, “RajHerox” promises to keep building on his strengths. As his endgame comfort and tactical resilience continue to sharpen, he is sure to remain a challenging contender for opponents at every level.