Vedesh-2014's Blog
Gukesh D: Fearless Chess and the Rise of a New Champion
Dommaraju Gukesh, widely known as Gukesh D, is one of the brightest stars of the new chess generatio…
Hikaru Nakamura: Speed, Fighting Spirit, and Online Dominance
Hikaru Nakamura is one of the most dynamic and recognizable figures in modern chess. Known for his a…
Viswanathan Anand: Speed, Class, and Timeless Brilliance
Viswanathan Anand, affectionately known as Vishy, is one of the greatest chess players of all time. …
Magnus Carlsen: The Art of Making Chess Look Easy
Magnus Carlsen is often described as the strongest chess player in history. While records, ratings, …
How to Use ChessBase: A Practical Guide for Lichess Players
ChessBase is one of the most powerful tools in modern chess. If you play on Lichess and want to impr…
How to Convert an Advantage Without Blundering
You outplayed your opponent. You are up material, have a better position, or a strong attack. Then s…
How to Play When You Don’t Know the Plan
Introduction Every chess player reaches positions where nothing looks obvious. There is no direct at…
How to Spot Weak Squares in Online Games
One of the biggest differences between average players and strong players is positional awareness—es…
Common Lichess Mistakes That Drop Your Rating Silently
Most players think ratings fall because of blunders. In reality, ratings drop silently due to habits…
Blitz vs Rapid on LiChess: Which Improves You Faster?
This is one of the most misunderstood questions in online chess.
How I Gained 200 Rating Using Only LiChess Tools
I did not learn new openings or watch external videos. I used LiChess properly.
Why Puzzle Rating Matters More Than You Think
Puzzle rating is often ignored, but it may be the most honest indicator of chess strength below 1600.
How to Use LiChess Analysis Without Confusing Yourself
Many players misunderstand post-game analysis. They immediately turn on the engine and scroll throug…
Best LiChess Settings to Improve Faster
LiChess is not just a playing platform; it is a full training environment. However, many players use…
The Most Common Tactical Pattern I Missed Before
For a long time, I thought I was bad at tactics because I “couldn’t calculate deeply.” In reality, I…
One Opening Every Beginner Should Try on LiChess
If you are a beginner on LiChess and feel lost in the opening, there is one opening I strongly recom…
How to Play Against Aggressive Opponents
Aggressive opponents are everywhere on LiChess. They attack early, sacrifice material, and try to wi…
My Biggest Mistakes as a 1400-Rated Player and How I Fixed Them
Reaching around 1400 rating felt good, but it also exposed a new set of problems in my game. I was n…