Like many people, I have a list of potential hobbies and skills I’d love to pick up — and a strong track record of not actually pursuing them. Chess is high on that list. I’ve made a few attempts to learn how to play, but the complexity of the rules and strategy can be daunting, and I quickly forget everything I’ve learned.
That’s why, as a huge Harry Potter fan, I was excited to find the GoChess Wizard Lite board from Particula, which brings the iconic living chess scene from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone to life — to some degree and for a significant price. The chess pieces don’t smash each other to pieces, but they do resemble those in the film, with ornate detailing and a weighty, sculptural feel. I feel bad stowing them away in their carrying pouches; they’re so eye-catching that they should always be on
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