Kefe Aikae

Kefe Aikae (username: region801)

Meet Kefe Aikae, also known on the chess battlefield as region801, a scrappy blitz battler with a knack for surprising moves and an uncanny resilience. Although Kefe’s rating has danced between a modest 467 and a peak of 926 since late 2022, their passion for checkmating opponents is as fierce as ever.

Kefe’s favorite opening? The classic Queen's Pawn Opening, with over 700 games played and a respectable near-48% win rate. Not afraid to dive into less popular defenses like the Philidor or the Englund Gambit, region801 embraces a broad tactical toolkit that keeps opponents guessing.

Known for an impressive comeback rate of nearly 80%, Kefe never gives up — even when pieces are lost or the clock is ticking. However, the occasional early resignation (about 2.3%) shows they know when to cut their losses (or avoid embarrassing blunders). Endgames make up over 70% of their battles, proving patience is a virtue—something Kefe wields with a solid average of nearly 65 moves per win.

Their psychological armor is resilient but not invincible, with a tilt factor of 9 reminding us all that even chess warriors have their off moments. Interestingly, Kefe plays their best around 8 AM and pulls off the sharpest moves around 8 AM and 10 AM — so maybe mornings are the real chess champion hours.

Recent games showcase their tactical creativity: a dazzling victory by resignation against ChristisKing1777, and a cool checkmate finish against Thevis_0. Yet, like all mortals, Kefe faces setbacks, with a couple of recent sharp losses reminding everyone chess is a game of both triumph and humility.

If you ever face region801, be ready for a rollercoaster of strategic gambits and endgame endurance. And maybe bring a cup of coffee – because Kefe plays best early, and you’ll need all the focus you can muster to keep up!