{"id":2614,"date":"2024-04-17T02:22:56","date_gmt":"2024-04-17T02:22:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mrscheckmate.com\/?p=2614"},"modified":"2024-04-17T02:22:56","modified_gmt":"2024-04-17T02:22:56","slug":"best-themed-chess-sets-top-5-sets-reviewed-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mrscheckmate.com\/best-themed-chess-sets-top-5-sets-reviewed-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Themed Chess Sets in 2024 (Top 5 Reviewed)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Owning a chess set is something that almost any individual or family can claim to have in their household. It\u2019s one of those items that has a versatile appeal and is not necessarily for just the die-hard chess grandmasters!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some people use chess sets to learn the game, have them as ornaments (especially some of the high-end boards), and even receive them as gifts but among the best options are themed chess boards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether it\u2019s your favorite tv show\/movie, brand, or historical reference, there are themed chess sets for everyone. In this article, we are going to cover the very best themed chess sets that would make a great gift or addition to your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Look for in Themed Chess Sets<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A themed chess set leaves a lot of interpretation open to the manufacturer and designer so there are certain things you need to consider when purchasing a themed chess set. You wouldn\u2019t want to purchase your favorite tv shows chess set only to find it\u2019s not true to form and has a lot of inaccuracies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, we\u2019ve put together a list of things to consider in the following buyers guide to ensure you get the best possible themed chess set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Character\/Piece Detail<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The most important factor with a themed chess set is character selection. You want the pieces to resonate with the reader and be an accurate representation of the overall theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a war-themed chess set, you\u2019d expect the pieces to contain some soldiers, and if the theme were presidents of the United States, you\u2019d very much be expecting the movable pieces to be former presidents!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This point can apply to any theme and therefore the most important factor with themed chess sets is that the pieces and board accurately reflect the theme. The very best products will be those that not only get the correct characters and pieces in relation to the theme but also those that utilize fan favorite pieces and hidden subtleties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is where the detail comes in. You don\u2019t want a set with some crude interpretation, the pieces need to be detailed and of good quality. Anything else will just be seen as a cheap gimmick that isn\u2019t doing the theme justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Board and Piece Material<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another factor to take into consideration is the quality of the board and moveable pieces. There will often be a level of trade-off when it comes to themed chess sets because the effort is going into making a relatable theme rather than focusing primarily on the quality of the board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll therefore find that a lot of themed chess sets will feature a cardboard board and lightweight plastic or wooden pieces. To find a themed chess set that has attention to the themes detail and <\/strong>high quality, wooden board and pieces will be quite rare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s therefore good to note that you\u2019ll be looking for a themed board that isn\u2019t \u201ccheap\u201d whilst also keeping in mind that the quality will likely not be that of a premium chess set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A themed chess set will cost more than a basic set regardless of the materials used for it. This is because a theme adds a novelty addition to the product which will often demand a higher price and also for the fact that the manufacturer would have needed to pay for the license for a theme (depending on what it is).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most popular themes will be from the entertainment industry which includes tv, film, and music. These themes all require the use of likenesses and image licenses which need to be purchased for resale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll therefore need to keep in mind that you are not just paying for a chess set but also the theme so there won\u2019t be many budget options in this category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Themed Chess Sets<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that you know some of the factors to look for in a good themed chess set, we are now going to look at some of the best on the market. Trust us, some of this will make GREAT Christmas and birthday gifts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Harry Potter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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The Harry Potter wizard chess set is arguably the most popular themed chess set on the market with Amazon purchases and reviews alone at the 6,000 mark. The popularity clearly shows the appeal that this set has with Harry Potter fans worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This set recreates the popular \u201cWizard Chess\u201d scene from the first film, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer\u2019s Stone. Each piece is designed to replicate the pieces used in this scene and it therefore actually looks similar to a standard chess set whilst also still being noticeably distinctive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The pieces are made from plastic and the board is made from heavy-duty cardboard. Whilst it\u2019s definitely a durable set, some users were disappointed as they were expecting more heavy-duty pieces made from metal or wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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