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Super Mario Brothers Chess

Description
Chess players who enjoy the video game franchise Super Mario have just found the perfect game. Super Mario Brothers Chess is a collector edition game that uses the well-known Super Mario characters in traditional chess play. It is the first and only of its kind, featuring 32 hand-painted figurines including Luigi, Mario, Princess Peach, and Yoshi. These good guys are ready to defeat the evil Bowser and his group that features Goomba, Birdo, and Bowser Jr. Who would not have fun playing chess when these characters are included?

Details
The box containing the Super Mario Brothers Chess game measures 10.7 x 10.7 x 3.3 inches and weighs 3.2 pounds, or 3.4 pounds shipped. Small parts are included that are a choking hazard to children under age three.
Super Mario Brothers Chess includes:
• Game board and chess pieces feature design and characters from famous Super Mario game series
• Super Mario brings a modern twist to the classic game of chess
• 32 hand-painted figurines include Hammer Bros., Magikoopa, Birdo, Goomba, Bowser Jr., 1-Up Mushroom, Bowser, Yoshi, Toad, Princess Peach, Mario, and Luigi
• In the classic good versus evil faceoff, Mario and his friends are up against Bowser’s team
• Each figurine is marked to reflect the kind of piece it is, which makes play easier for beginners
• Collector-style tin
• Ideal for both youth and adult players

Pros
• Pieces are waterproof and suitable for play by children
• Excellent alternative to a video game
• Good vs. evil concept makes learning easier
• Reasonable price and high quality

Cons
• Bowser and his son have spikes on their back that may fall off during use
• Young children may be confused by designation for some pieces (ex: queen is Luigi)
• Board is breakable

Features
This Super Mario Brothers Chess collector edition brings Mario to the chessboard. The themed board and 32 hand-painted, high-quality figurines are included in the collector tin. To make things easier for new players, a label on each figurine indicates which playing piece it is. Children and adults alike will enjoy playing this game. The durable figurines make great toys for separate role-playing by children. Substitute the video games with this and stimulate their creative thinking skills. Let Mario, Luigi, and their gang battle with the evil team led by Bowser and including Goomba and Bowser Jr. to see who is the better chess player.

By: Gerald Toyman

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