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Inspired specifically by the archer’s period
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Inspiration: In and out of the battlefield, archery has been a skill of great demand and appreciation. Apart from hunting, archers were the legendry defenders of the fortress walls of the the city and the ones who offered covering fire during the battle. The twin Gods Apollo and Artemis were masters in archery and protectors of the archers. Philoctetes was one of themost famous archers, who carried the mythical bow of Hercules.
Chessmen background: Fierce , local and international was characterized that period. Their ferocity is symbolized by the agressiveness of the Archer ( Pawn) and the Knight. The posture of the King and Queen indicates their unquestionable leadership. The Bishop reveals his consideration for the imminent battle. Finally the Castle is a reproduction of a pillar which was the basic symbol of the architectural style during that period.
CHESSMEN: color: gold/silver, kings height: 5.4 cm, material: zinc alloy 5, weight: 0.6 kg. Pieces have felt base.
CHESSBOARD: color: blue, red, green, metal brown, verdigris/gold, size: 28×28 cm, square: 2.5 cm, material: brass
CASE: size: 33 cm, with storage slots for the chessmen, material: Laminated wood with storage slots for chessmen and chessboard
The whole set is packed in elegant cardboard box
Weight: 4 kg
