Profile Summary: ZhelezniyFelix
Meet ZhelezniyFelix, a chess enthusiast whose rapid rise through the ratings is as solid as the iron in his username. This player has been grinding games since 2017, showing a rollercoaster ride of fortitude, tactical flair, and a penchant for the "Top Secret" opening—which, much like a good magician, he keeps close to the chest.
Playing Style & Stats
- Peak Rapid Rating: 1472 (achieved May 2024)
- Peak Blitz Rating: 1416 (July 2023)
- Peak Daily Rating: 1408 (July 2023)
- Peak Bullet Rating: 1078 (August 2023)
- Longest Winning Streak: 12 games
- Current Winning Streak: 4 games (keep that streak alive!)
- Endgame Enthusiast: Plays till the bitter end – 67% endgame frequency
- Comeback King: Impressively pulls it back 82.5% of the times after a setback
General Record
With over 2000 rapid games under the belt and a near-even scoreline of 1005 wins against 989 losses, ZhelezniyFelix proves that chess is both a battle of wits and resilience. Blitz games tell a similar story, featuring thousands of battles where every move counts. And if the bullet games caught you off guard, fret not—it's a pace where Felix keeps up with about 46.91% wins.
Notable Openings
- Top Secret Opening: 47.54% win rate in rapid, nearly 48% in blitz - a mysterious weapon indeed
- Scotch Game Goring Gambit: Felix has tried this explosive gambit once in rapid and blitz, scoring some wins.
- Other Variations: Dabbled in classics like the Queens Gambit Declined and French Defense, showing a flexible opening repertoire.
Psychological Profile
ZhelezniyFelix’s chess temperament is commendable with a low early resignation rate of 1.36% which means he battles until the final piece falls. He is a master of survival with a high comeback rate, although buffeted by a tilt factor of 13, reminding us that even iron has its weak spots. His best time to strike? The wee hours at 2 AM, when perhaps the pieces feel the midnight magic.
Recent Highlights
On June 2, 2025, Felix showcased his strategic wizardry against SuperMegaBlunder in a rapid game, triumphing after a tense 53 moves in a classic French Defense: Advance Nimzowitsch System. Days prior, he secured checkmate in a sharp Queens Gambit Declined (Ragozin Defense) game and delivered a flashy finish in the Scotch Game.
Trivia
- Despite fierce competition, ZhelezniyFelix has triumphed over longtime rivals like supermegablunder and arkhh recently.
- The "Top Secret" opening isn't actually classified but keeping your opponents guessing is part of the charm.
- Plays better as White (49.31% wins) but doesn’t shy away from Black battles (45.83%), proving versatility.
All in all, ZhelezniyFelix is a dedicated, ever-improving fighter on the chessboard with a dash of humor in the mix—because if you can’t laugh at your blunders, what’s the point?
