21251 - Chessmen Louis XIV, king height 95 mm, in set-up box

Chess is an exciting strategy game for two people. Two players sit opposite each other and take turns moving the chess pieces on the board. The aim of the game is to checkmate the opponent. This means that the opponent's king can neither defend itself nor flee.

The game board consists of 64 square squares, black and white alternating. There are a total of 32 chess pieces, 16 white and 16 black, on the chessboard. Both players have the following pieces at their disposal: eight pawns, two rooks, two knights, two bishops, a queen and a king. And each of the pieces has its own way of being moved.

Chess has simple rules, is not difficult to learn and you can start playing quickly. Nevertheless, chess is very versatile, complex and demanding.

Chess has many advantages. Chess teaches you how to win and lose. Chess trains the brain, is good for concentration and creativity. Through chess you develop self-confidence and the ability to solve problems.

Chess is known all over the world, is recognised as a sport and is simply fun.

Caution: Not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts which may be swallowed! Danger of suffocation.

• Age recommendation: from 6 years
• Number of players: 2
• Game duration: 10 min