I bought these as a starter set for my four year old sons new castle, and both he and I were very pleased with them. I understand the previous reviewers disappointment with them - I wouldn't give them as a gift on their own either, but considering the price, I believe they are reasonable value. There is a good selection of characters - king and queen, a couple of archers, falconer and four knights in different costumes. All of the figures stand well, although one of the archers swords was a little long initially, and had to be trimmed. All in all, a good little set, and my son finds the cheap knights fight and shout just as well as his hideously expensive ones!