Profile Summary: xin_elk
Meet xin_elk, a spirited chess player who’s on a rollercoaster ride through the 64 squares of the chessboard. With a peak rapid rating of 836 as of June 2025, xin_elk is definitely not afraid to mix it up in the fast-paced world of rapid chess, where they boast an impressive 257 wins against 209 losses and 31 draws.
Playing mostly rapid, xin_elk shows a fierce competitive streak: a remarkable 10-game winning streak once turned heads, though the opposite side of the board has also seen some rough patches, including a 6-game losing streak. But hey, every queen needs her dragons!
Their style? Think of a player who doesn’t quit easily — a comeback rate of over 70% says it all. Even when losing a piece, xin_elk manages to claw back nearly half the time. While they tend to resign early about 4% of the time, the average game length around 50 moves per win hints at a patient strategist who enjoys the grind of the endgame almost half the time.
Opening Repertoire Highlights
- Rapid Chess: Fond of the Queen’s Pawn Opening with an outstanding 83% win rate, and the tricky Scandinavian Defense Mieses-Kotrc Variation (61.5%), xin_elk loves the classical and the bold alike.
- Blitz & Bullet: Shows a perfect 100% win streak using the Scandinavian Defense in bullet games and dominates the Queen’s Gambit Accepted variation in blitz.
But beware, opponents playing the Philidor Defense in rapid have caused xin_elk some trouble — with a meager 21% win rate. Clearly, the Philidor is not welcome in their chess neighborhood!
Time & Mood Matters
Xin_elk shines brightest in the late evening hours, especially around 22:00 (10 PM), boasting a win rate as high as nearly 78% in that hour — clearly a night owl who prefers to plot checkmates under the stars. Thursdays seem to be their lucky day too, with a neat 56.57% win rate, while Fridays are a bit trickier.
Recent Battles on the Board
Xin_elk has a habit of ending games with flair — often by resignation (173 wins that way) or checkmate (116 wins), with a dash of time pressure victories adding to their tally. A recent brutal victory showcased their cunning in a sharp Vienna Game — forcing their opponent to concede after a meticulously executed attack. On the flip side, their losses are reminders that even great warriors stumble sometimes; a recent defeat came at the hands of a Caro-Kann specialist who out-maneuvered xin_elk in a long, tense battle.
Personality & Quirks
Xin_elk’s tilt factor is a modest 6, so while frustration can kick in, it’s rarely crippling. This player embraces the challenges, thrives on high-stakes tactics, and knows how to keep calm when the going gets tough.
Whether facing a friend or a fierce rival, xin_elk plays with a smile and the readiness to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. Always game for an exciting showdown, xin_elk's journey is far from over — and the chess world waits to see what daring sacrifices and cunning traps will come next!
