"I was impressed and intrigued to see Design Tuscano carrying such an artistic board after taking the time to read the story behind the Isle of Lewis. The set came very well packaged to prevent any type of breakage, each piece secure in the event that a drop or fall took place during transport. The board itself is creatively laid out and the pieces quite animated, even whimsical. Just know the holding area is smaller than what I imagined and does not hold the checkers as thought..."