Refrein Milala

Refrein Milala: The Rising Tactician of Rapid Chess

Not your average chess enthusiast, Refrein Milala—known online as refreinmilala—has been steadily climbing the ranks in Rapid Chess with the poise of a grandmaster and the persistence of a squirrel who just won’t give up on that last acorn. As of mid-2025, Refrein reached a personal best Rapid rating of 1458, a peak that came after months of dedicated play and probably a few cups of strong coffee.

While Blitz chess seems to have been a brief dalliance back in 2016 with a peak rating of 1401, Refrein's true battlefield lies in Rapid format, boasting a respectable win record of 114 wins out of 210 games. We should note the player's last-minute tactical fireworks, such as a recent memorable checkmate using Petrovs Defense—a nod to Refrein’s love for classic, sometimes sneaky, openings.

Playing Style & Personality

Refrein strikes a fascinating balance between patience and aggression. Endgames happen in nearly 67% of their games—plenty of chances to flex those strategic muscles. The average game length hovers around 68 moves, proving this player doesn't believe in quick, flashy finishes but rather grinding down opponents until their will collapses.

Despite an "early resignation rate" of just about 1.11%, losses can sting—sometimes lasting as long as an 11-game losing streak. But fear not, the comeback rate is a whopping 80%, highlighting Refrein’s resilience (and maybe an uncanny talent for turning blunders into brilliance).

Ore opened, many conquered

Favorites include the Top Secret opening (yes, really—it’s almost like they’re hiding their secrets in plain sight), Petrovs Defense, and Philidor Defense, all with win rates surpassing 54%. On a less confident note, the Giuoco Piano Game Giuoco Pianissimo Variation remains a wobbly dance with an unfortunate 14.29% win rate.

Fun facts and quirks

• Best playing time? Weirdly enough, 1 AM is prime time for victories. Whether it's midnight oil or simply outsmarting tired opponents, Refrein enjoys nocturnal glory.
• Win rate by day: Friday (66.67%) and Sunday (63.89%) are the lucky days, so schedule your challenges accordingly.
• Against opponents with lower ratings, Refrein shows dominance with an 83.76% win rate. Against higher-rated players? Let’s just say there’s room for growth (17.71% wins).
• Known to keep good humor: after all, losing is only part of the game—and every defeat is just a plot twist in the epic saga of the chessboard.

Whether you're looking to learn a few sneaky traps or just enjoy watching a player who's serious about their game yet doesn’t take themselves too seriously, Refrein Milala is a name worth knowing. Expect calculated moves, resilient comebacks, and occasionally some very mysterious “Top Secret” opening magic.