Emeric Soulier

Emeric Soulier (aka rickis48) - The Relentless Rapid Rambler

Meet Emeric Soulier, a chess enthusiast whose journey on the 64 squares has been as dynamic as a bishop’s diagonal sweep. Known online as rickis48, Emeric’s rapid rating once soared to a cheeky 1026 in late 2020, proving he’s not just moving pawns but moving upward in the ranks!

His chess style is a fascinating mix: a flirtation with early resignations kept to a modest 4%, balanced by a fondness for endgames in over half his matches. With an average game lasting around 50 moves for wins, Emeric clearly enjoys the long battles – patiently outmaneuvering opponents before delivering the final blow.

Opening choices paint a story of a versatile tactician. Emeric favors the Bishop’s Opening, boasting a respectable 54% win rate there. But don’t discount his love for the French Defense, where he shines brightest with nearly 66% wins – clearly, he likes a solid fortress and sneaky counterattacks. Less convincing, perhaps, are his adventures in the lightning-fast blitz arena where his rating peaked at 318; looks like he prefers carefully brewed strategies over rapid-fire gambits.

His resilience is notable: a comeback rate near 65% means losing a piece isn’t the end for Emeric. Instead, it seems to energize him to fight harder, much like a knight jumping back into the fray. With a tilt factor of 8, he sometimes lets the pressure get to him, but who doesn’t? Even Magnus has his off days.

When does Emeric play his best chess? Around 3 PM, as statistics suggest — perhaps fueled by the perfect blend of afternoon caffeine and sunlight. Weekdays, especially Monday, treat him well, with win rates pushing above 55%. Weekends? A bit more of a rollercoaster, but that’s part of the game.

Opponents beware: recent victories include strong performances with both resignation wins and clean checkmates, showing Emeric can polish off a game in style. His "longest winning streak" and "longest losing streak" both max out at 8 games, reminding us he’s no stranger to highs and lows, but always bouncing back.

So, whether you're facing Emeric in a tactical skirmish or a marathon match, expect a player who never quits early, embraces the complexity of chess, and occasionally loses to a brutal checkmate — but only to come back stronger the next round.

Chessboard poet, French Defense admirer, and a daily reminder that persistence is a grandmaster's best friend.

Currently navigating the rapid rating seas around 500, watch out – Emeric Soulier is still sharpening his queens and bishops for that breakthrough game!