Denis Shilin IM

Denis Shilin (aka Shilichkov) – The Bullet Maestro

Denis Shilin is an International Master who has mastered the lightning-fast world of bullet chess with the precision of a grandmaster and the speed of a caffeinated squirrel. Known on the board as Shilichkov, Denis’s blitz games have left many opponents blinking twice — or thrice — before making a move.

Rising Through the Ranks

Starting modestly in 2018 with a bullet rating around 1600, Denis skyrocketed to an astonishing 2299 by 2019 — a roughly 700-point jump in just a year! It’s safe to say patience isn’t Denis’s strongest virtue, but lightning-fast, crushing wins certainly are. With a bullet win rate hovering around 56% over 164 games, Denis proves consistent dominance in this ultra-rapid time control.

Playing Style: Endgames & Comebacks

Denis’s love for endgames is almost poetic, featuring in nearly 85% of his games. His average win stretches nearly 74 moves, hinting at gritty, strategic battles rather than quick swipes. Yet, the comeback king: with an incredible 90% comeback rate and a 100% win rate after losing a piece, Denis combines resilience and tactical brilliance — don’t count him out even if he’s behind!

Mind Games and Psychological Edge

With a tilt factor of just 6, Denis maintains cool under pressure — although anyone facing him for long may feel the heat: a 56% win advantage in rated games vs. casual play is no small feat. He prefers to play on Tuesdays for a flawless 100% win streak, but if you challenge him on a Monday, expect fierce competition with a 68% success rate.

Favourites and Feuds

His top secret weapon? An opening he’s used 164 times with a 56% win rate — though he refuses to reveal the name to mere mortals. Denis has enjoyed sweet victories against familiar foes like aleksandr_kholin (65% wins) and ellery10 (80%), but watch out: uncreativename123 seems to break his streaks, sporting a 0% win rate for Denis.

Fun Facts

• Longest winning streak? 9 consecutive wins (that’s almost a full marathon of bullet chess!).
• Average losses drag longer than wins — perhaps because Denis agonizes over every tiny detail before a fatal mistake.
• Despite his rapid style, Denis never resigns early. He fights till the very last move, making every game a thrilling showdown.

Denis Shilin embodies the spirit of bullet chess — fast, fearless, and cunning. Whether you’re a fellow competitor or a chess enthusiast, his games are worth watching for a masterclass in tactical resilience and blitz mastery.