Chess is one of the oldest board games in the world, and its popularity needs little substantiation. For most Americans, learning chess is simply a rite of passage. In fact, over 45 million people in the U.S. play chess on a weekly or monthly basis, more than tennis and golf combined! Kids start playing the game as young as five years old, and adults continue well into senior years. Chess is promoted worldwide as a tool to develop math and verbal aptitude, improve memory, and prevent Alzheimer's. The Best Chess Set Ever offers all of the distinguishing chess components, reimagined for modern appeal. We've assembled the best tournament style components from around the world, featuring classic Staunton heavyweight pieces and a sleek silicone board, and put them in a modern travel size box that is easy to store and easy to carry. This set is designed to meet the needs of beginner, intermediate, and advanced players, and comes with an exclusive illustrated strategy guide organized by play level to include the full spectrum of chess players. Be the boss you are with triple weighted pieces featuring a 3.75-inch tall King, double-sided 20 x 20 inch silicone mat board, 2 extra bonus queens for pawn promotion, and fun googly eyes for the chess pieces. Now you too can decipher geometric puzzles, express your artistic flair, and execute tactical plans like a grandmaster! Choking hazard Imported Material & Care Plastic Spot clean only