Silef FN

Profile: silef_3

Meet silef_3, a chess warrior who's been dancing with pawns and knights primarily in the lightning-quick realm of Blitz games. With a peak blitz rating of 366 achieved in December 2023, silef_3 embraces the thrill of rapid decision-making, where every second counts and every slip-up is instantly punished.

Playing Style & Strengths

Known for a strong fondness for the King's Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation—considered their opening playground—silef_3 boasts a neat 61.54% win rate in this line during blitz games. When the clock ticks down, they show remarkable resilience with a comeback rate over 72%, proving they don’t just give up easily even if the position looks grim. Average winning games are fairly long at roughly 48 moves, a sign that this player loves a strategic puzzle rather than just quick tactical skirmishes.

Statistics Snapshot

• Overall Blitz Record: 75 wins, 79 losses, 6 draws
• Bullet Record: 6 wins, 5 losses (fewer games, but blazing fast)
• Rapid Record: 12 wins, 30 losses, 4 draws (still warming up)
• Favorite time to play: The magical hour of 22:00, when every move feels inspired

Highlights & Memorable Moments

Their recent victories often come wrapped in tactical flair. For example, in a recent blitz encounter against xstravel, silef_3 showcased meticulous strategy, culminating in a sweet time win with classic Pirc Defense tension:

Known For...

- With a tilt factor of just 6, they manage to keep the nerves mostly in check — even when facing a losing streak.
- A bit of a habitual early resign-er at 11.4%, which might mean they don't enjoy grinding games where the fish refuse to bite.
- Surprisingly high win rates against certain opponents like xstravel and hamid1088, where silef_3 shows near-perfect mastery.

Opening Preferences

A true tactician at heart, silef_3 is partial to openings that offer chances for complex middle-game play:

• King's Pawn Opening Leonardis Variation: Reliable and fruitful.
• Caro Kann Defense: Solid, with a 60%+ win rate.
• Van 't Kruijs Opening: The secret weapon, boasting an impressive 75% blitz win rate.

Fun Fact

Despite the intense battles, silef_3’s time management sometimes dances on the edge — recent games finished by winning on the clock rather than outright checkmate, proving that sometimes, the best move is simply "don't lose on time."

Chess Journey

Starting with rapid battles scoring near 988 in late 2022, silef_3 has embraced the frenetic pace of blitz and bullet where their rating fluctuates wildly yet consistently hovers around the 200-300 mark. This rollercoaster ride of ups and downs only adds spice to their chess tale.

Overall Impression

If chess were a sport, silef_3 would be the sprinter who occasionally tries the marathon but mostly dominates the 100-meter dash with a mix of bold openings, tactical punches, and a knack for late comeback drama. If you fancy quick, sharp, and exciting games peppered with surprising twists, keep an eye out for silef_3 — a player who's always ready to clock in and clock out with style.