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African chess sets can be made from crushed marble, resin or exotic woods, and they often represent each chess piece with an animal native to the continent. See examples of African chess pieces with information from a chess specialist in this free video on chess sets.
Egyptian chess sets are made of pewter or brass and painted in silver and gold paint, which makes them extremely valuable and expensive. Start a collection of Egyptian chess sets, complete with hieroglyphics, with information from a chess specialist in this free video on chess sets.
Italian chess sets are available in both modern and classical styles, and some are made from rare metals and stones. See a few rare chess sets made by Italian artisans with information from a chess specialist in this free video on chess sets.
Many Russian chess sets are made strictly for decoration, as they are often made from fine Russian porcelain. See a few examples of collectible Russian chess pieces with information from a chess specialist in this free video on chess sets.
Chess sets in a Gothic or medieval style are often made in high detail from crushed marble and resin, and some of them are fashioned after characters from history or fiction. Find Gothic-styled chess pieces with information from a chess specialist in this free video on chess sets.
Advance moves in chess include castling on the king's or queen's side, which protects them, and using a passant position to invade the opposing side. Learn more advanced moves in the game of chess with information from a chess specialist in this free video on chess moves.
The basic moves in chess vary, as each playing piece possesses different rules regarding how it can move and where it can move. Learn the moves for the king, queen, bishop and knight with information from a chess specialist in this free video on chess moves.
Some basic moves and strategies in chess include vertical and horizontal moves for the rook, and advance moves for the pawns. Find ways to capture pawns in the game of chess with information from a chess specialist in this free video on chess moves.
Lady Pindea The Chess Forum has been in business for more than 13 years. Chess Forum specializes in one-of-a-kind chess sets and collectors’ items. The large selection of game sets range from the traditional to the campy. Say "checkmate" with a Simpson's or Alice in Wonderland game piece. Miscellaneous items include instruction booklets as well as competition clocks. On any given day, you can find some fierce competition in the on-site studio, with player levels ranging from novice to professional. Enjoy the option of playing with the masters with or without the clock.dkdk
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