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ShirouEmiyaUBW GM

Since 2023 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟
52.6% W 35.3% L 12.1% D
Bullet
2573
3W 0L 0D
Blitz
3009
1011W 679L 233D

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.

Blitz Rating303329222810269925872023: 26242024: 29942025: 29522026: 29962023202420252026

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.

Win Rate by Opening0%25%75%100%50%English Opening: Agincourt Defense: 47.8% over 115 gamesSicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, American Attack: 45.9% over 109 gamesHungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit: 59.6% over 104 gamesEast Indian Defense: 57.5% over 80 gamesDöry Defense: 56.2% over 73 gamesLondon System: Poisoned Pawn Variation: 50.0% over 64 gamesEnglish Opening: Aginco…48%Sicilian Defense: Taima…46%Hungarian Opening: Wied…60%East Indian Defense58%Döry Defense56%London System: Poisoned…50%

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.
Bio last updated 2026-09-07