Shmulik Krampf

Shmulik Krampf: The Bullet Barrage Maestro

Meet Shmulik Krampf, a warrior of the 64 squares who prefers the adrenaline-pumping chaos of Bullet chess over the slow burn of Classical or Rapid time controls. Starting with a modest rating of 1018 in 2012, Shmulik quickly dived into thousands of games, amassing an impressive Bullet win count close to 39,000 out of over 80,000 bouts—a true testament to his relentless and aggressive style.

If time is money, Shmulik is a billionaire at the 1-minute mark. His longest winning streak of 20 games and a current streak of 6 are like a rollercoaster ride where every twist and turn is a cleverly executed checkmate. His bullet affinity is so strong, even his blitz games, while respectable, seem like a nap compared to his Bullet hustle.

Despite a few bumps in the road (or should we say, a few lost pawns and dropped queens?), he bounces back with a 100% win rate after losing a piece—talk about turning lemons into checkmates! Shmulik's games don’t just end—they often conclude with a flourish, as he favors lengthy battles, averaging 57 moves per win, proving that patience sometimes wins out even in lightning-fast matches.

Interestingly, his psychological resilience shines through a tilt factor of just 20, meaning Shmulik rarely lets a loss tilt his demeanor, and his rated versus casual win difference is nearly half—showcasing his competitive edge when the stakes are up.

Off the clock, Shmulik's strategy includes opening moves dubbed "Top Secret," leaving opponents scratching their heads and wondering what they missed. Whether crushing opponents named "argus3000" or testing his mettle against frequent foes like "mta_mauricio," Shmulik's adaptable style and keen tactical awareness keep fans on their toes.

When not playing bullet chess, he occasionally dips his toes into Rapid games, with a recent max rating jump to 1127 in 2024—showing he’s more than just a speed demon.

One thing’s for sure: if chess were a video game, Shmulik Krampf would be the speedrunner with a lightning-quick reflex bar, a penchant for deep endgame puzzles, and an unquenchable thirst for victory. Just don’t blink—or you'll miss his next move!