Profile Summary: zhertva
Meet zhertva, a chess warrior whose journey through the 64 squares has been nothing short of epic — sprinkled with both triumphs and the humbling lessons only the board can teach. With a peak Blitz rating of 1620 and a Rapid peak soaring up to 1810 in 2023, zhertva blends tactical grit and strategic depth, making every game an unpredictable adventure.
Early Beginnings & Growth
Starting around 2016 with a Blitz rating hovering near 700, zhertva quickly gained momentum, climbing the ranks with perseverance. By 2020, a solid Blitz strength of nearly 1500 and a Rapid rating in the high 1600s signaled a serious competitor ready to face more seasoned opponents.
Playing Style & Strengths
Known for a balanced approach, zhertva is a player who doesn’t quit early — with an early resignation rate of just 2.26%, pushing games deep with an average of ~58 moves per win or loss. The adaptability stands out too; a comeback rate over 77% shows resilience in the face of adversity, almost like the chessboard itself has a twisted sense of humor and zhertva laughs last.
Whether wielding the white pieces or the black, zhertva maintains an edge — winning more than half the time as White and giving Black a respectable bite too. The games are often fought at peak hours of early morning or late night, matching their best time of day to play: 2 AM — a true nocturnal strategist!
Strategic Arsenal
When it comes to openings, zhertva keeps opponents guessing. The Vienna Game variations have been successful hunting grounds with a delightful win rate around 58-67%. With a penchant for mysterious "Top Secret" openings in Blitz and Rapid formats, it seems zhertva prefers keeping the element of surprise under wraps — a true chess ninja.
Recent Battles
In recent matches, zhertva has demonstrated their sharp acumen with wins by resignation and checkmate alike, showing versatility. One such masterpiece was a fierce Vienna Game encounter where a bold knight excursion snagged material and control, forcing the opponent to resign gracefully.
Fun Facts & Quirks
- Comeback King: Nearly 80% of the time, zhertva bounces back from unfavorable positions.
- Endgame Specialist: Over half of their games reach the crucial endgame phase — patience is a virtue here.
- Time Traveler: The hours between midnight and 4 AM are often when their best moves blossom.
- Resignation Whisperer: Opponents seem to know when to pack up — with over 500 wins by resignation!
Whether it’s on the digital arena or soon-to-be-over-the-board battles, zhertva plays with a mix of humor, resilience, and tactical flair — a player who makes every game a story worth telling, win or lose.
Ready to challenge zhertva? Just remember — the night is darkest before the knight forks!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| lugh_von_luck | 8W / 3L / 0D | View Games |
| bertrand62 | 3W / 6L / 1D | View Games |
| bomerrang | 3W / 5L / 1D | View Games |
| readyred87 | 3W / 5L / 1D | View Games |
| dmonstr8 | 0W / 8L / 0D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1660 | |||
| 2024 | 1635 | |||
| 2023 | 1554 | 1422 | ||
| 2022 | 1617 | 1392 | ||
| 2021 | 1649 | |||
| 2020 | 1485 | 1686 | 1303 | |
| 2019 | 1441 | |||
| 2018 | 1418 | |||
| 2017 | 1308 | 1518 | ||
| 2016 | 732 | 1565 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 297W / 269L / 17D | 270W / 296L / 16D | 61.3 |
| 2024 | 140W / 107L / 11D | 111W / 136L / 9D | 61.1 |
| 2023 | 585W / 490L / 33D | 482W / 570L / 39D | 60.1 |
| 2022 | 412W / 369L / 31D | 371W / 407L / 41D | 62.2 |
| 2021 | 471W / 437L / 31D | 437W / 454L / 44D | 61.3 |
| 2020 | 692W / 561L / 37D | 569W / 661L / 43D | 60.7 |
| 2019 | 718W / 610L / 33D | 627W / 688L / 36D | 59.4 |
| 2018 | 591W / 506L / 22D | 522W / 584L / 22D | 55.9 |
| 2017 | 489W / 417L / 10D | 443W / 449L / 16D | 52.5 |
| 2016 | 14W / 17L / 1D | 16W / 16L / 0D | 51.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 6289 | 3107 | 3027 | 155 | 49.4% |
| Unknown Opening | 1987 | 1010 | 949 | 28 | 50.8% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 8073 | 3921 | 3854 | 298 | 48.6% |
| Unknown Opening | 145 | 72 | 70 | 3 | 49.7% |
| Vienna Game Falkbeer Mieses Variation | 25 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 60.0% |
| Vienna Game Max Lange Paulsen Variation | 23 | 14 | 9 | 0 | 60.9% |
| Vienna Game | 16 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 62.5% |
| French Defense Kings Indian Attack | 15 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Sicilian Defense Bowdler Attack | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 46.1% |
| Alapin Sicilian Defense | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Sicilian Defense Pin Variation | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 80.0% |
| Sicilian Defense French Variation | 10 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 20.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Secret | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 61.5% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 12 | 1 |
| Losing | 16 | 0 |