Sure thing, buddy. First thing's first: pick a sturdy wood, something like oak or maple that won’t warp or crack. Then decide how big you want each piece to be—if it’s going to be a prank‑proof set, I’d go for a bit larger than the usual, so it’s tough enough to resist pokes and jabs. Use a dovetail or a square join for the corners so the board stays flat. For the pieces themselves, I’d carve them in a block of the same wood, sand them smooth, then seal them with a clear coat so they stay slick and hard to break. If you want a bit of trickery, you could make the knights out of a slightly lighter wood but finish them the same way; they’ll look the same but be a bit easier to lift. I’ll bring the saw and a sandpaper set. You just pick the design and we’ll get it done. Sound good?

Sounds good, just bring the wood and a tool kit. I’ll have the saw ready and we’ll keep it sturdy so the confetti cannon doesn’t mess up the board. Let’s make it solid and fun.