It's a definite option for future consideration. All the pieces have simple movement that's clearly defined (and loosely follows chess pieces' movement style) on the faction board. I went for maximal chess theme in order to emphasise the theme of sacrificing pieces to Checkmate or get a new Queen.
But yeah I will continue to test and develop the ideas presented here in the discord server, and would be delighted to receive further insights from Root connoisseurs such as yourself! I look forward to seeing you there! :)
And thanks so much for the complimentary comment, it made me so happy! :D