Trace On: The Grandmaster Behind the Name
ShirouEmiyaUBW is a FIDE Grandmaster whose handle suggests a talent for projecting more than just swords. Whether it is heroic defense or ruthless counterattack, this player loves a long fight. Their Blitz career is a story of relentless grinding, dramatic swings and an almost suspicious love for rook checks.
A Blitz Marauder
Although Bullet is listed as their preferred time control, it is in Blitz where ShirouEmiyaUBW has built a fortress. They pushed past the 3000 ceiling, with a peak 3042 (2026-02-23) that puts them in rarefied air. Their rating journey features steep climbs, sudden dips and a habit of bouncing back just when opponents start celebrating.
Style and Stamina
This Grandmaster does not believe in quick handshakes. Their games routinely pass move 85, and endgames appear in over 86% of their battles. Their comeback rate is close to 87%, so a lead against ShirouEmiyaUBW is more of a suggestion than a guarantee.
- Longest winning streak: 12 games
- Win rate with White: 57.24%
- Win rate with Black: 48.65%
- Best hour to face them? Maybe not 2 AM, their statistically strongest time of day.
Opening Arsenal
ShirouEmiyaUBW is equally comfortable navigating the Sicilian Defense or steering the game into the English Opening. As Black they lean on the Sicilian Taimanov, while as White they have produced serious numbers in the Hungarian Opening Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit and the East Indian Defense. Their opening choices are adventurous, and the win rate by opening tells a colorful story.
Rivalries
No player has faced ShirouEmiyaUBW more often than IlIlIlIllIIIlIlIIlIIlIIIl. Across 94 games, Shirou claimed 60 wins, and the rivalry is still going strong. You can relive one of their many encounters in this classic clash.
A Few Fun Facts
- They delivered over 2,000 rook checks in the analyzed sample, earning the title of honorary rook whisperer.
- Their Bullet record is a perfect 3 wins and 0 losses so far.
- Their games are long, their comebacks are frequent, and their opponents are usually tired.