The ultimate fusion of chess and sushi
Colby Geary of ForgeCo has brilliantly designed a sushi-themed travel chess set that marries the elegance of traditional chess with the charm of Japanese cuisine. This imaginative set features a board ingeniously crafted from a bamboo sushi roller, adding an authentic touch to your chess experience. Everything is neatly packed in a Bento Box case, ensuring both illusion and portability.
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The entire chess set is conveniently stored inside the Bento Box, with each piece finding its dedicated spot. The board, designed to mimic a sushi mat, rolls and folds with ease for compact storage within a sturdy box, complete with a protective lid.
Interested enthusiasts can opt for a 3D printing license or have the set purchased as a full set through Dorky Designs.
Playful yet precise: The pieces
The chess pieces capture the essence of sushi in a playful nod to traditional chess designations. Playing as White or Black? Choose Uramaki (white) or Maki (black) pieces. The King and Queen take the form of Hand Rolls, sitting regally in hand-roll stands — true thrones of the chessboard. Soy paper represents white pieces, while nori symbolizes black.
Each Queen features a distinctive Red Tuna insert, adding flair. Pawns, crucial to any chess game, are represented by Wasabi and Ginger — essential sushi accompaniments. The Rook strikes as a Tuna Roll, the Knight as Salmon Nigiri, and the Bishop as a delectable Shrimp Tempura, adding layers of culinary delight to strategy.
A whimsical yet strategic approach, this sushi-themed chess set is shared via The Awesomer, inviting aficionados of both chess and sushi to indulge in a delightful cross-cultural experience.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the theme of Colby Geary’s chess set?
Colby Geary’s chess set has a sushi theme, combining the elegance of traditional chess with the charm of Japanese cuisine.
What is unique about the chess board’s design?
The chess board is designed to mimic a sushi mat, crafted from a bamboo sushi roller for an authentic touch, and it rolls and folds easily for compact storage.
What do the chess pieces represent in the sushi-themed set?
The chess pieces are styled after sushi items: Uramaki for white, Maki for black, with the King and Queen as Hand Rolls, Rooks as Tuna Rolls, Knights as Salmon Nigiri, Bishops as Shrimp Tempura, and Pawns as Wasabi and Ginger.