Vladyslav Hordiyenko - aka rawriot
Vladyslav Hordiyenko is a rapid chess aficionado with a keen eye for the Colle System and a penchant for strategic battles that end in resignation rather than checkmate—because who has time to wait for a long game, right? Known online as rawriot, Vladyslav combines methodical opening choices with surprising tactical bursts that can leave opponents wondering if they're playing chess or some very intense puzzle.
Playing Style and Strengths
Specializing in Rapid chess, Vladyslav's rating has impressively climbed to a peak of 708 in June 2025, showcasing his growing dominance in the 15-minute+ time control arena. His favorite opening? The Colle System, where he boasts a perfect 100% win rate, proving that sometimes sticking to what you know really pays off.
Vladyslav's games tend to last about 44 moves on average when victorious, emphasizing a solid endgame skill and endurance. While his opponents often find themselves hoping he’ll slip up, Vladyslav's comeback rate from losing positions hits an astonishing 75%. Talk about resilience!
Performance Snapshot
- Rapid: 102 wins, 76 losses, 9 draws
- Blitz: Not his favorite, but still decent with 11 wins and some tough learning curves (16 losses)
- Daily: Solid and steady with 10 wins and 8 losses
- Bullet: 65 wins against 104 losses - the wild west where speed reigns and sometimes Vladyslav kicks the dust up a little!
Favorite Openings
Vladyslav’s opening repertoire might remind you of a chess buffet: a little bit of everything but with special focus on:
- Colle System - 6 wins in 6 games (100% win rate)
- Caro-Kann Defense - a reliable fortress with 70% success in rapid
- Queens Pawn Opening - safe and versatile, landing Vladyslav a neat two-thirds winning percentage
- Giuoco Piano Four Knights Game - stylish and sharp with an 80% win rate
Noteworthy Games
One of Vladyslav's recent rapid gems involved a masterful Colle System game against SeventhPhoenix, concluding with a resignation after 12 moves, reminding us all that patience sometimes gives way to swift strikes.
Quirky Tidbits
Vladyslav has a tilt factor of 18—meaning sometimes chess emotions get the best of him, but he bounces back faster than a bouncing knight! His prime time to play and dominate? The magical hour of 3 AM—watch out night owls, the rawriot awakens then!
Friendly Rivals
With a knack for both dismantling and respecting competitors, Vladyslav has excellent records against friends like SeventhPhoenix and CansManz (100% win rate!), yet the fierce competition never ceases with opponents like Frapcoo and Anbrey7777 keeping him on his toes.
Looking Ahead
As Vladyslav continues to hustle on the rapid circuit, expect the rating to climb, the sharp opening preparations to deepen, and perhaps those losses in bullet to become just rare glitches in an otherwise fiery chess journey.