Josep Lacasa Diaz - The_blue_pill
International Master
Josep Lacasa Diaz, known in the chess world as the_blue_pill, is no ordinary player—he’s an International Master, a title earned through a combination of sharp tactics, calm nerves, and perhaps a secret potion (or two).
Journey Through the Ranks
From a humble blitz rating of 1330 in 2018 with a perfect 1-0 start, Josep rocketed to a stunning peak blitz rating of 2517 by February 2025. Not to be outdone, his bullet chess skills peaked around 2601—a speed demon in lightning-fast formats. His daily chess chops were solid, peaking at 2147 in 2011, showing his versatility across all time controls.
Playing Style & Psychology
Josep’s style is a marathon runner’s: averaging a whopping 71 moves per win in blitz, proving patience and precision make a deadly combo. Endgames? About 78% of his games go that far because quitting early isn’t in his vocabulary—except maybe when the position is hopeless (and even then, he only resigns around 0.87% early). With an 86.5% comeback rate after losing material, he’s the textbook definition of a fighter, probably annoying opponents with late-game tricks and unexpected resilience.
Opening Secrets
While he dips into many openings, Josep’s recent victories have highlighted his prowess in classical lines like the Ruy Lopez Morphy Defense (Closed Martinez Variation) and the Caro-Kann Defense Advance Botvinnik Carls Defense. He’s not just fancying theory; he’s engineering wins, mixing old-school solidity with new-age bustle.
Recent Battles
Among his latest clashes, Josep scored a swift victory by checkmate using the Caro-Kann Defense Advance line, showcasing both strategic depth and flair. However, even the mighty sometimes stumble—recent losses came with dramatic resignations that show he’s always pushing limits, not bowing out without a fight.
Fun Facts
- Longest Winning Streak: 32 games. Yes, a full marathon of triumphs.
- Comeback Kid: Wins nearly half the games even after losing a piece!
- Tilt Factor: Just 11 out of a 100—chill under pressure but watch out if you play past 2 AM, that’s when his brain is sharpest.
- Time Traveler: Highest win rates happen at strange hours like 2 AM and 5 AM—maybe Josep is secretly a vampire of chess.
When asked about his username, the_blue_pill, rumor has it Josep chose it to remind himself that sometimes, in chess as in life, taking the blue pill means diving into complexity with courage and curiosity. With a profile like this, the chessboard is definitely the place to be for a dose of brilliance!
Follow his games, cheer his comebacks, and maybe borrow the secret recipe for that inspirational blue pill—it might just turn you from pawn to king.