Abstract: A checkers game for four players is disclosed, in which each player commencing with six checkers in an assigned quadrant of a conventional checkers board. The checkers are converted to super-monarchs having superior powers with a double riser piece or to monarchs having lesser but increased power with a single riser piece upon reaching certain specified position in any opposing player territory.

Abstract: An ornamental trophy consists of a base upon which are mounted a three dimensional trophy and one or more receptacles for displaying a memento of the trophy such as a certificate, or a photograph; a light source, such as an ornamental lamp, is also supported by the base in a position so as to illuminate the trophy and certificates, and the base may include a sliding drawer for mementos relating to the trophy.