There are two extra queens of each color to help you deal with pawns that have evolved. The magnets are strong enough to hold the pieces in place during play.

The board is actual wood - i think a thin laminate, but still better than plastic. Each piece has a place in the foam insert to keep them from rattling around.

The checkers pieces don't fit well inside and can cause a bump when using the board. Very cheaply made and glued together for the price.

The sliding drawer holds game parts that coordinate well with the board. The wooden hotels/houses are well made and such an upgrade from the bright colored plastic ones. If this solid built edition is carefully handled it could be passed down to the g...  Read More