Volen Dyulgerov (Witty_Alien)
Volen Dyulgerov, better known on the board as Witty_Alien, is a FIDE Candidate Master and a popular chess streamer with one clear obsession: bullet chess. With a peak bullet rating of 2906 (2026-09-06), he has built a reputation as one of the most relentless, high-volume bullet warriors in the online chess world.
A Bullet Marauder
While most players treat bullet as a casual diversion, Dyulgerov has turned it into an art form. His rating chart tells the story of a player who never stops improving, grinding tens of thousands of games and climbing steadily toward the 2900 mark.
His career numbers are staggering. Across his bullet games alone, he has scored nearly 93,000 wins, with a longest winning streak of 91 consecutive games. His favorite time to play is 14:00, when his win rate peaks, and his tactical radar is sharpest after losing material: he wins nearly 60% of games even after giving up a piece.
Opening Repertoire
As White, Dyulgerov almost always opens with 1.e4, and he is fearless in sharp, offbeat lines. As Black, he loves to counterattack immediately, with the Elephant Gambit and the Caro-Kann Defense ranking among his most played defenses. His willingness to enter wild positions is reflected in his statistics: he delivers checkmate in over 28% of his games and wins more than 70% of games when he is the first to give check.
- Favorite as White: Center Game and Scotch Game
- Favorite as Black: Elephant Gambit and Australian Defense
- Comeback rate after falling behind: 84.4%
Rivalries and Streaming
Dyulgerov is not just a solo grinder. His most frequent rival is T., against whom he has played over 1,400 bullet battles. The head-to-head record remains competitive, though chess3169 holds a slight edge. He has also crossed swords hundreds of times with regulars like Zachary Saine, Eshwant Singh, and ludogorec.
As a streamer, Witty_Alien brings the same manic energy to his broadcasts. He is known for marathon bullet sessions, rapid-fire commentary, and a willingness to play nearly anyone who queues up. His streams are a masterclass in staying calm while the clock ticks below one second.
Quick Facts
- Title: Candidate Master (CM)
- Preferred time control: Bullet
- Peak bullet rating: 2906
- Peak blitz rating: 2700
- Longest winning streak: 91 games
- Best day to face him: Tuesday (66% win rate)