Representing the ‘foot soldier’ of Chess, the Pawn is the weakest piece on the board. However, no war was ever won by kings, queens and generals alone! Far from being mere fodder for more powerful pieces, the forward-marching Pawn is the basis for attack, vital in dictating the strategy of a game, and crucial to gaining a foothold in the centre of the board. In addition, the concept of ‘promotion’ – where a Pawn can transform into a stronger piece, such as a Queen, if it crosses the entire board – embodies ambition and potential, and the idea that anyone can rise from humble beginnings to greatness through persistence and strategy.