rikairi

Profile Summary: rikairi

Meet rikairi, a seasoned chess strategist known for their swift moves and tactical prowess in the fast-paced world of online chess. Specializing mainly in Bullet games, rikairi has proven that lightning-fast reflexes aren't just for quick snacks but also for quelling opponent's kings in under a minute.

Since jumping into the competitive chess arena back in 2021, rikairi's rating journey reads like a rollercoaster with peaks that make you raise an eyebrow—clocking a blazing 1090 in Bullet and climbing over 873 in Rapid at their prime. Of course, no climb is without its dips; but hey, even grandmasters have off days... or weeks!

A crafty player with a penchant for Modern Defense and a well-honed love for the intricate Queens Gambit Accepted Central Variation, rikairi approaches the openings as a composer approaches a symphony—strategically, patiently, and sometimes with that spice of unpredictability.

Playing style? Imagine a true tactician who rarely folds under pressure, as shown by a fantastic ~74% comeback rate — yes, losses bring out their best! But watch out: their average win may drag on close to 60 moves—because why hurry when you can slowly torture your opponent into submission?

Off-peak hours? No worries—rikairi's best time of day to play is around the mysterious hour of 1 AM, perfect for queuing up those rapid-fire bullet matches while the world sleeps. Also noteworthy is their distinct flair for ending battles in a checked mate or with a swift TimeOut—clearly dominating in both offense and resource management.

With over 1300 wins in bullet and impressive results against a broad array of opponents including flawless runs against nilesoft123, mystery21n, and jpleroy19, rikairi’s unpredictable yet calculated game invites both admiration and a pinch of fear.

Need a final nudge? Their most recent wins show quick tactical finishes and smart resignations from opponents, proving that rikairi's not just about brute force, but keen chess intelligence and timing.

Noteworthy Games

• Vs. nilesoft123 (2025) - A clever display of the Old Benoni Defense, sealing victory in just 15 moves.
• Vs. Mystery21n (2025) - Showing mastery in the Queens Gambit Accepted Central Variation, forcing resignation with style.
• Vs. JPLeRoY19 (2025) - A solid win by resignation after precise maneuvering and pressure.

Peak Ratings

• Rapid: 873 (March 2022)
• Blitz: 757 (February 2022)
• Bullet: 1090 (May 2022)

In short, rikairi is the kind of chess player who proves that speed isn't everything, but combining speed with a good mixture of strategy, psychological grit, and an arsenal of favorite openings certainly makes for a challenging opponent... or at least a very entertaining one.