Wiktor - The Relentless Strategist
Known in the chess world by his daring pseudonym Wikszach, Wiktor’s journey on the 64 squares is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride filled with tactical skirmishes, hard-won victories, and occasional humbling defeats. Starting with humble rapid ratings around 500 in early 2021, he has steadily climbed the ranks, dazzling fans and foes alike by smashing the 900 barrier in rapid chess by May 2025 and hitting a peak rating close to a solid 987.
Playing Style & Strengths
A player who refuses to give up, Wiktor boasts an impressive comeback rate of 75.57%—proving that losing a piece isn't the end, but the beginning of his counterattack. His endgame skills are something to admire, appearing in over half of his games and often stretching each fight to an average of nearly 60 moves per win or loss. Black pieces seem to be his lucky charm, with a slightly better win rate of 50.94% compared to his white pieces.
Despite his competitive intensity, Wiktor has a tilt factor of 15, meaning he occasionally lets emotions sneak in... but hey, who doesn’t after a 15-game losing streak?
Opening Repertoire
Wiktor is a fan of surprises, with a fondness for the Scandinavian Defense and its intricate variations, holding a win rate above 50% in rapid play. In blitz, his beloved Bird's Opening Dutch Variation is practically a golden ticket, boasting a flawless 100% win rate!
Statistics Overview
- Rapid Chess: Over 470 games played, 238 wins, and steadily improving performance with an average rating climbing from 500-ish to approaching 900+ in 2025.
- Blitz: A seasoned battler with highs at 866 rating and competitive, if sometimes spicy, win/loss ratios.
- Bullet: Less frequent but fiercely fought, with flashes of brilliance amid some tough losses.
- Daily Chess: Quietly diligent, though not his main battleground.
Recent Highlights
As recently as May 31, 2025, Wiktor guarded his crown with a masterful victory against ricehatvink, wrapping up the game in style by resignation after a well-constructed strategy involving the Alekhine's Defense (Modern Larsen Haakert Variation). Demonstrating both patience and precision, he showcased his tactical prowess and endgame strength.
Fun Facts
- Wiktor’s favorite win time? Early mornings. His best time of day to play is around 4 AM — the witching hour for chess sorcery.
- His longest winning streak stands tall at 10 games, proving that when inspiration strikes, it strikes hard.
- Though sometimes unpredictable (who else has a zero win rate against "bodziec"?), he shows perfect 100% win records against a surprising number of opponents — including mebitek and legendofassman — which may or may not be made-up usernames of his online fan club!
In the ever-evolving theater of chess, Wiktor remains a fierce competitor and an entertaining force to watch — sometimes the underdog, sometimes the bulldog, always ready for the next opening gambit.
“A pawn may be small, but with Wiktor at the helm, even the smallest pieces punch above their weight!”
