zeytrat

Chess Biography: zeytrat

Meet zeytrat, a resilient chess adventurer navigating the battlefield with a unique blend of perseverance, tactical flair, and occasional missteps that make every game exciting — if sometimes unpredictable.

Rating Journey

From humble beginnings in 2024, zeytrat's Rapid rating soared from a shaky 129 to an impressive 457 in 2025, showing they don't shy away from a challenge. Although their Blitz rating stubbornly clings to 100 (rumor has it zeytrat’s fingers just can’t keep up!), their Bullet games tell a more volatile story — peaking at a fierce 420 before settling into a competitive 176 in 2025.

Playing Style & Stats

With an average winning streak topping out at 6 wins in a row, zeytrat is that friend who's tough to beat but never boring to watch. Their games tend to be lengthy adventures (average 60 moves per win) packed with endgame drama — having a strong tendency to fight till the very last piece (53.65% endgame frequency).

White pieces are their current lucky charm, scoring nearly 50% wins when playing white, while black pieces bring a respectable but humbler 43.4%. But beware: their early resignation rate of 11.33% suggests a touch of impatience when the game gets tough—don't count them out before the final move.

Tactical Prowess & Psychology

When losing pieces, zeytrat transforms into a comeback wizard with a 100% win rate after dropping a piece—proof that giving up is simply not in their vocabulary. Their comeback rate sits at a hearty 67%, making every lost battle a chance for an epic turnaround.

Have you ever seen someone get tilted? zeytrat’s tilt factor is a modest 13, combining the frustration of a true competitor with the resilience to reset and attack again. Also notable: their win rate jumps significantly (up 34.5%) in rated games versus casuals, so when the stakes rise, so does zeytrat’s game.

Favorite Openings & Opponents

Top Secret opening in Rapid chess is where zeytrat shines brightest, winning nearly 48% of a whopping 368 games. Meanwhile, blitz remains a mystery (with zero wins in 11 attempts), and bullet is respectable with a solid 45.65% win rate.

They’ve tangled most frequently with zeynoxz, facing them 19 times — though victories against this foe are limited (around 16%). Against some opponents, zeytrat maintains perfect 100% wins, proving that they have mastered the art of selective domination.

When to Play

Looking for the best chances to challenge zeytrat? Sunday and Saturday are their hot days with win rates of 55.88% and 54% respectively. The magic hours seem to be afternoon and evening, especially 16:00 (almost 60% wins) and 20:00 (58% wins). Early mornings? Not so much (watch out for that 16.67% at 6:00!).

In a Nutshell

zeytrat might not be the flashiest blitz player, but with tenacity, patience, and a knack for comebacks, they are a formidable Rapid and Bullet player who never lets a lost piece slow them down. Whether you want a tense endgame slugfest or a lesson in psychological resilience, zeytrat’s your opponent.

Pro tip: Avoid early rushes and don't count your chickens before zeytrat's comeback hatch!