This glorious chess set brings to life one of historys greatest Kings and his noble Round Table. Crafted with painstaking workmanship and painted in exquisite detail, King Arthurs court is represented in full color. The legendary characters from Camelot create a beautiful collectors set that you and your family will prize for years to come King Arthur's Court chess set comes with a beautiful custom perfectly sized chessboard. This Medieval themed chess set and it's chess pieces will be cherished for generations to come! King Arthur Chess Piece (King) Hailed as the "Once and Future King". Legendary ruler during medieval times in Britain, he was the founder of the famed Knights of the Round Table. The son of King Uther Pendragon, he was hidden by Merlin till the time was ripe for him to claim his rightful crown. Queen Guinevere Chess Piece (Queen) Wife and betrayer to King Arthur, Guinevere ruled beside King Arthur in both good and turbulent times. Even though Arthur was warned by Merlin that she would betray him, Arthur still took her as his wife. Ultimately she fell in love with Lancelot. Camelot Chess Piece (Rook) The famous land and castle over which King Arthur held his rule. For years he had prosperity and joy under his reign. This is where King Arthur had his famed Knights of the Round Table meet. Merlin Chess Piece (Bishop) Counselor, aide and wizard to King Arthur. Merlin went on to prophesize the downfall of King Arthur by his most trusted men when the Round Table's 150 seats would be filled. Ironically, Merlin himself would fall at the hands of his greatest pupil, whom he falls in love with. She is known as "Fata Morgana", also known as Morgan Le Fay. Lancelot Chess Piece (Knight) King Arthurs most beloved knight and trusted friend. Lancelot was King Arthurs most valuable ally in all the great battles they fought. Yet it would be Lancelot who would steal Arthurs wife from him in his very kingdom.