Svetlana Vifleemskaia WFM

Svetlana Vifleemskaia (tylityli)

Woman FIDE Master & Blitz Blitzingale Extraordinaire

Svetlana, known in the chess world by the moniker tylityli, is a formidable Woman FIDE Master with a penchant for blitz and bullet chess that could make even a grandmaster break a sweat. With a career trajectory that reads like an avalanche of victories, this chess dynamo first flexed serious muscle on the blitz scene in 2018 and quickly climbed the ranks to hit a peak blitz rating of 2442 in July 2022 — a number that demands respect and admiration.

Her bullet skills are equally magnificent, boasting a peak rating of 2453 achieved in November 2023. Svetlana doesn’t just play chess, she blitzes, hecks, and checkmates with lightning speed and precision. In fact, her overall blitz record reflects over 2,600 wins against just over 2,100 losses, a testament to unrelenting aggression and tenacity on the 64 squares.

Playing Style and Personality

Known for enduring lengthy battles – averaging 77 moves per win – Svetlana’s love for the endgame is unmistakable. They say patience is a virtue, and Svetlana’s 85% endgame frequency confirms she’s got a PhD in turning complex endgames into dazzling triumphs. Early resignations are rare, only at 0.82%, meaning she fights until the bitter checkmate or heroic stalemate.

Psychologically, Svetlana can manage tilt better than most, with a tilt factor of 17 – which in chess speak suggests a near-monk-like calm under pressure. Her best time to poison pawn or spring a surprise attack? 7 AM—perhaps fueled by the perfect cup of coffee and a steely gaze at the board.

Signature Openings

Svetlana prefers the mysterious shadows of the “Top Secret” opening – a sneaky code name for a variety of aggressive, flexible lines that keep opponents guessing. She’s also mastered the Benoni Defense (both the Modern Classical Czerniak Tal and Kings Pawn lines) where she has a near-perfect win record. The Scotch and Nimzo-Indian Defense spice things up occasionally, but her true mastery lies in surprising her enemies with unpredictable opening prowess and lightning-fast tactical shots.

Recent Highlights

Not one to rest on laurels, Svetlana’s recent blitz games include thrilling victories secured through time pressure and checkmate finesse, such as a stunning 30-move win in the Modern Benoni. She even turned around a tricky position against a 2500+ rated opponent by delivering a memorable checkmate after an intense rook endgame.

Who’s Afraid of the Bullet?

Despite bullet being notoriously brutal, Svetlana’s dogged spirit shines through with 464 wins and a resilient fighting spirit to handle losses as stepping stones. Her comeback rate is a legendary 87.2%, proving she’s as dangerous when down a piece as when in full control.

In Summary

If blitz chess were a battlefield, Svetlana Vifleemskaia would be a fearless general leading a legion of queens, knights, and pawns to victory with a grin and a quick move. Whether crushing opponents with deep strategy or blitzing them with unexpected tactics, this Woman FIDE Master writes her own chess stories – and none of them end quietly.

So beware, challengers: when you face tylityli, it’s a checkmate party and your king’s not invited.