Nikolaos Kalesis IM

Nikolaos Kalesis – The International Master with a Blitz Touch

Known in the chess world as a fearsome tactician and an absolute blitz blitzkrieg, Nikolaos Kalesis holds the prestigious title of International Master awarded by FIDE. With a peak blitz rating climbing as high as 2579 in 2020, Nikolaos is not just fast but frighteningly consistent, boasting an impressive 65% win rate over more than 260 blitz games. Opponents beware: this player’s moves don’t just come quickly—they come with a vengeance.

Nikolaos is a connoisseur of long, strategic battles, often stretching games to an average of 74 moves before sealing victory, while losses tend to linger even longer, showing true endurance and fighting spirit. When the chips are down, Nikolaos is no quitter, sporting a 100% win rate after losing a piece – a true comeback king! In fact, the longest winning streak on record stands proudly at 12 games, a testament to their relentless drive.

This player’s performance varies intriguingly with time and day: Tuesdays and Wednesdays are golden opportunities with win rates soaring past 70%, while evenings are hot too—100% wins have even been recorded at 8 PM and 11 PM hours! Perhaps Nikolaos enjoys a little after-dark brain frenzy.

Nikolaos’ approach to openings is shrouded in mystery ("Top Secret" to be exact), dominating with a solid 65% win rate in blitz openings across 267 games—proving the player is not just about speed but also strategic depth. Black or white, Nikolaos dances equally well, with both colors holding above 65% win rates.

On the psychological front, Nikolaos keeps a remarkably cool head with a minor tilt factor of 5, showing resilience even in the face of adversity—because who needs tilt when you can just out-calc your opponent? And despite a casual gamer’s urge, rated games lead to a notable 65% increase in winning likelihood, proving this player thrives under pressure.

Favorite foes include “nmmustang6000” who has yet to taste victory against Nikolaos, while "mimizah" has had a spirited 7 clashes with an 85% success for Nikolaos. Some adversaries, such as “zeigmata” and legendary names like “anand-carlsen,” remain elusive, reminding us that even the best have rivals who keep them honest.

In summary, Nikolaos Kalesis is a brilliant blend of blistering blitz speed, tactical wizardry, and strategic stamina, wrapped up in an International Master’s garb. Next time you face Serlock on the board, prepare for a chess lesson… or at least a very exciting ride!