Meet Miguel, aka Tgenshi - The Relentless Rapid Rook
Miguel, better known in the chess circles as Tgenshi, is a player who dances with the clock and wrestles with the board from the fiery tempos of Blitz to the thoughtful land of Rapid chess. While his Bullet rating prefers to sip coffee on the sidelines, Rapid is where Miguel truly shines, boasting a peak rating of 434 as of May 2025 — a number that might just scare your queen.
Career Highlights
- Peak Blitz rating: 325 (October 2024)
- Peak Rapid rating: 434 (May 2025)
- Peak Bullet rating: 245 (October 2024)
- Daily rating reached a mighty 699 (November 2024), but only played one angry loss there.
- Longest winning streak: 9 games - yes, a solid streak where even computers blink in awe.
- Longest losing streak: Also 9 games - Miguel keeps it real!
Playing Style & Personality
Known for an early resignation rate of about 20%, Miguel prefers not to hang around when the game screams checkmate is imminent. His games average around 49 moves when winning, which tells you this player loves a good battle. Whether it’s a comeback or a blitzkrieg, his comeback rate stands proudly at 65% - proving that giving up is never in the TED talk.
White or Black, Miguel’s win rate hovers just shy of 50%, but interestingly, his Black pieces have a slight edge with a win rate above 50%, showing he’s not shy to fight from behind enemy lines. And if you wonder when Miguel is best at making those sneaky moves? Around 12:00 noon - the prime time where caffeine, focus, and pawns align perfectly.
Favorite Openings to Confuse Opponents
You can usually catch Miguel trying his hand at the Scandinavian Defense and the Bishop’s Opening across his Rapid and Blitz games — with win rates fluctuating between tactical gambits and solid positional play. In Bullet, though, he unleashes the Englund Gambit with an undefeated 100% win rate — a true fan of chaos in fast-and-furious chess!
Most Memorable Recent Games
His latest triumph was a breathtaking Rapid victory against krishnajata, showcasing patience and sharp tactics culminating in a well-earned time win after 37 moves.
Of course, even heroes have their off days — and Miguel recently tasted defeat against Liguma1 and sult44 by checkmate, reminding us all that sometimes, the queen just has other plans.
Curious Stats & Fun Facts
- His win rate when playing against lower-rated opponents is a charming over 80%, but watch out against giants where the odds flip dramatically!
- When the pressure is on, his tilt factor stays low at 9, proving his Zen-like calm under fire (most players are more like exploding volcanoes).
- If you play Miguel on a Friday, your chances are notably slimmer (43.86% win rate), so maybe avoid challenging him on weekdays?
In the great chess wilderness, Miguel is the warrior who balances between strategy, speed, and just a pinch of calculated madness. Whether you meet him on krishnajata or face him in an intense rapid duel, remember: Miguel plays not just to win, but to enjoy the glorious chaos of the 64 squares.
Recent Victory Highlight
Here is a peek at Miguel's last win. Check out the tactical ballet: