Monnisha G K - Woman International Master (WIM)
Monnisha G K, known online by the mysterious moniker Silver_Shadow98, is a formidable force on the chessboard. Holding the prestigious title of Woman International Master granted by FIDE, Monnisha has dedicated countless hours mastering the art and science of chess, proving that brains and battles go hand in hand.
Chess Journey & Stats
With a peak blitz rating soaring above 2523 (as recent as February 2025) and a bullet peak rating nudging the impressive 2360 mark in March 2023, Monnisha proves to be a relentless competitor in fast-paced games. Her rapid rating came very close to breaking 2400, peaking at 2371 in September 2023. Meanwhile, bullet and blitz games have been her playground where she demonstrates tactical brilliance and nerves of steel.
Over the years, Silver_Shadow98 has played thousands of games with balanced results: nearly 881 wins to 835 losses in bullet, and a solid 208 wins against 171 losses in blitz. A win rate hovering just below 50% in some categories may sound humble, but with thousands of intense, adrenaline-fueled encounters, it’s a testament to endurance and fighting spirit, not just raw numbers.
Style & Savvy
Her style is no joke — known for a high endgame frequency (striving through 82.7% of games into the endgame), Monnisha has patience and precision. She doesn’t just blunder away; her comeback rate is a gut-wrenching 81.11%, showing that even if things start sour, she fights back like a chess ninja.
Monnisha’s games favor the long haul with average moves per win around 69—a marathon of thoughtful tactics rather than flashy checkmates. Although she’s quick to resign sometimes (0.54% early resign rate), she’s certainly not the type to throw in the towel without a good reason. Her win rates show a slight edge when playing white, indicating that she knows how to put the first foot forward with confidence.
Notable Highlights & Quirks
- Best time to play: 11 AM — perfect for a morning cup of chess!
- Longest winning streak: 10 games straight. Someone call the police, because this winning spree was criminally impressive.
- Favourite openings: Mysterious "Top Secret" openings dominate her playbook, hinting at a player who likes surprises along with Queens-Pawn and Nimzo-Indian defenses.
- Tilt Factor: 10 — which in chess terms means she’s pretty cool under pressure, only tilting a smidge when the pawn structure looks messy.
Recent Battles
Just recently, Silver_Shadow98 clinched a neat victory by resignation in a Queen’s Pawn Pseudo-Catalan game against a tough opponent rated 2202. Before that, she secured a checkmate in a Kings Indian Attack game and a stylistic checkmate over an opponent in the Nimzo-Indian Defense. Of course, even the best have their off days—Monnisha also faced a recent checkmate loss in the Modern Defense Pterodactyl variation and a time trouble loss, reminding us that chess is never dull when you’re up against the shadowy master.
In Conclusion
Monnisha G K is no ordinary player — she’s a blazing shadow on the chessboard, weaving strategy and tactics with a mix of fierce determination and calm insight. Whether grinding through rapid endgames or sprinting in bullet duels, Silver_Shadow98 consistently shows the heart of a champion. And rumor has it, her next opening is so secret it might actually be a teleportation move!