About Im Darh
Meet Im Darh, a passionate chess enthusiast known online as SoyDarh1. Specializing in rapid games, Im Darh has carved out a space on the digital chessboard with a mix of strategic play and a sprinkle of unpredictability.
Although not yet a grandmaster, Im Darh’s dedication to improvement is as fierce as a queen on an open file. Rapid games are definitely the preferred battlegrounds, where he mixes classic opening strategies like the Philidor Defense and the Parham Attack with a rapid-fire approach.
Playing Style & Strengths
Im Darh is known for a resilient and spirited playstyle:
- Resilience: Boasts an impressive 72% comeback rate, twisting losses into wins with persistence.
- Tactical Awareness: Skilled at capitalizing even after losing pieces, winning nearly half such battles.
- Endgame Savvy: Nearly half of his games reach the endgame, showing stamina and deep thinking.
- Opening Preferences: Enjoys rich, classical openings including the Philidor Defense, Queen’s Pawn Game, and the charming Vienna Game: Max Lange Defense.
Career Highlights
- Peaked rapid rating of 1131 in early 2023 – a solid foundation and a stepping stone to greater victories.
- Active competitor with over 1,400 rapid games logged, demonstrating dedication and love for the game.
- Has amassed over 680 wins in rapid chess, showcasing consistent performance.
- Maintains a respectable win rate when facing higher-rated opponents, proving that the underdog can bite.
- Favorite time to play? Midday hours, particularly around 12:00 — maybe that’s when the coffee kicks in!
Notable Opponents & Rivalries
Im Darh doesn’t shy away from competition: he has faced "joseleyvaalmendariz" 183 times with an epic battle record showcasing persistence despite tough fights. Other frequent opponents include "danndelreywins" and "manzanitadefiona," with whom he’s shared intense clashes.
Despite tough battles, Im Darh holds his ground, often turning seemingly bleak positions around — a true phoenix on the chessboard.
Fun Facts & Quirks
- Im Darh’s average moves per win hover around 55 — proving he’s not one to rush, but carefully crafts victories.
- He respectfully resigns early about 9% of the time, sparing both players from the agony of certain defeat.
- Like the best strategists, he enjoys a bit of psychological warfare but knows when to keep a cool head (Tilt Factor: 13).
- Has a “secret weapon” in the Vienna Game: Max Lange Defense showing nearly 70% win rate there — quite the dance partner!