Nikolai Papenin IM

Nikolai Papenin - International Master

Meet Nikolai Papenin, also known by the mysterious alias Sunrise777, a chess virtuoso who has earned the prestigious title of International Master from FIDE. Nikolai isn’t just your average player; they’ve danced their way through thousands of bullet games with astounding speed and precision, reaching blitz peaks soaring above 2800!

Since 2018, Nikolai has been a bullet storm, battling fiercely with a max rating around 2717 and an average hovering near 2550 - enough to make even Magnus blink twice. Their relentless hustle clocks in over 3500 bullet games, with a win rate that hovers right at a cool 50%, proving they’re no rookie, even when moving at lightning-fast speeds.

When not blitzing, Nikolai spices things up with rapid and daily formats, achieving remarkable win rates of over 84% in rapid chess and an impressive 73% in daily games. Their tactical senses are so sharp that their comeback rate is a jaw-dropping 88.6%, and if Nikolai loses a piece, expect a full 100% win rate afterward—talk about turning lemons into checkmates!

Known for an endgame frequency surpassing 80%, Nikolai’s games tend to be long and strategic affairs, averaging around 75 moves per win, which dispels any myth that titled players only swoop in with quick mates. This player respects the grind of the full game and knows how to wear down opponents in style.

Fun fact: Nikolai's longest winning streak reached an epic 27 wins in a row—clearly a force to be reckoned with on the virtual board. Despite a slight tilt factor sneakily creeping in now and then, their love for the game and sharp mental fortitude always shine through.

Whether wielding the white pieces with a 55% win rate or battling from the black side, Nikolai’s playstyle is as versatile as it is unpredictable. Opponents beware: from quick tactical skirmishes to deep, relentless endgames, this IM is always ready to prove that in chess, speed, skill, and a little bit of stubbornness go a long way.