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William Schill FM

WilliamSchill Seattle Since 2010 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟
62.0%- 31.1%- 6.8%
Bullet 1522
2684W 2066L 163D
Blitz 1920
9714W 4590L 1014D
Rapid 2385
234W 29L 8D
Daily 1861
1210W 256L 343D

Overview

William Schill (WilliamSchill) is a FIDE Master and a fixture on fast time controls, especially Blitz chess. Known for a tactical nose and long, grinding wins, WilliamSchill mixes sharp opening preparation with stubborn endgame play. This profile highlights style, favorite openings, memorable rivals, and a few playful facts for fans and search engines alike.

Quick snapshot: preferred time control Blitz, titled FIDE Master, prolific online competitor and occasional comedy-of-errors entertainer at the board.

Progress over time:

Blitz Rating220220761949182216952010: 18082011: 18672012: 18762013: 18482014: 17372015: 18342016: 18932017: 19502018: 20172019: 19162020: 19982021: 19902022: 21602023: 19762024: 19962025: 19352026: 194120102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
and a top Blitz peak: 2194 (2022-04-13).

Career Highlights

  • Earned the FIDE Master title and established a reputation as a Blitz specialist.
  • Longest documented winning streak: 44 games, a testament to hot runs and careful preparation.
  • Huge volume of games across formats with strong win totals in Blitz and Bullet play.
  • Frequent opponent victories against popular usernames. See a frequent rival: jeremyhotdog12345.

Playing Style and Psychology

WilliamSchill blends deep tactical awareness with marathon endgames. Key traits include:

  • Endgame frequency is high, so expect long fights and tricky pawn play.
  • Average decisive game length is long for online play, reflecting patient technique.
  • Strong comeback ability and a healthy win rate after losing material.
  • Low early resignation rate and a tilt factor that makes for dramatic swings; best hours to catch peak form are late night to early morning.

Opening Repertoire

WilliamSchill favors practical, attacking choices and has repeatedly proven them in Blitz. Common favorites include:

As White and Black WilliamSchill prefers flexible setups and lines that invite complications rather than long maneuvering battles.

Memorable Matches and Rivals

WilliamSchill has racked up huge game counts versus a handful of opponents. Notable frequent opponents include jeremyhotdog12345 and 1ststryke. For a taste of the action, view one classic online encounter:

Fun Facts and Trivia

  • Nickname in some chat rooms: the Blitz Barista, because he brews wins fast.
  • Favored trap: the Blackburne Shilling Gambit shows up as a cheeky weapon in shorter games.
  • PGN sampler for fans and analysis:
  • If you want to study openings, WilliamSchill is a great case study in repetition and refinement across thousands of Blitz games.

Data & Resources

This short biography is informed by extensive game history, opening performance, and time of day trends. Want to explore more terms and lines? Try these quick links inside the profile:

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