Overview
Michiel van Wissen (username: wissewas) is a FIDE Master and a prolific online player best known for blistering bullet play. Comfortable playing on both wings of the board, Michiel combines fast tactical vision with a surprising knack for long decisive games, making him an entertaining opponent and a stubborn comeback artist.
- Title: FIDE Master
- Username: wissewas
- Preferred time control: Bullet chess
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Playing Style
Michiel often plays with the urgency of someone who forgot to set a chess clock alarm. The numbers tell the story: a high endgame frequency and long average decisive games indicate someone who grinds positions patiently when the timer allows it. At bullet speed he is a tactical shooter who thrives on practical chances.
- White win rate around 69 percent, Black win rate around 64 percent
- Strong comeback ability and resilience after material losses
- Average moves per win: about 60; per loss: about 70
- Plays many decisive games rather than short draws
Favorite Openings and Repertoire
Michiel keeps a lively and eclectic repertoire. He often surprises opponents with offbeat lines and is comfortable in both sharp gambit play and solid counterattacks.
- Modern (as Black and White) - frequent choice in bullet battles
- Barnes Defense - potent practical weapon with strong win rate in bullet Barnes_Defense
- Alekhine Defense - high win rate when chosen, especially in quick games
- Scandinavian Defense - a reliable scorer for counterattacking play
- Vienna Gambit and French structures feature often in White games
Explore more on specific lines with these quick links: Modern Alekhine_Defense Scandinavian_Defense
Career Highlights
Though the focus here is on online activity, Michiel has earned the FIDE Master title and posted impressive peaks in fast time controls. He has recorded long winning runs and memorable rivalries that define his online presence.
- Earned the FIDE Master title
- Notable winning streaks include a longest run of 16 straight wins and a current winning streak of 5
- Frequent opponent and biggest rivalry: alex_dd — head to head heavily in Michiel's favor; see profile alex_dd
- Strong peaks in fast play including high marks in Bullet and Blitz play 2160 (2020-04-30)
Records, Streaks and Trends
Michiel's play is shaped by patterns in time and opponent choice. Weekends and midday sessions tend to be particularly productive. He is effective when the pace is frantic and holds up well under pressure.
- Longest winning streak: 16 games
- Longest losing streak: 13 games
- Most played opponent: alex_dd with dozens of encounters
- Best hours: midday peaks where tactical alertness shows (11:00 to 14:00 are strong)
Quick view of rating progress in Michiel's fastest zone:
Sample Game and Study
For a quick feel of Michiel's approach, review a short illustrative bullet miniature below and a saved game link.
- Replay this typical tactical sequence:
- Example match vs a frequent rival: Epic Bullet Win
Fun Facts and Personality
Michiel can be funny on and off the board. He likes to keep opponents guessing with unusual opening choices and once cheered a comeback with the phrase "time trouble saved, ego intact." He also has a surprisingly high tolerance for long endgames in rated play.
- Comeback rate and fighting spirit are a signature trait
- Enjoys trying rare lines simply to see opponent reaction
- Early resignation rate is low, meaning he pushes on rather than handing out free points