The video shows a person's hands placing pieces on a chessboard. The chessboard is black and white, and the pieces are also black and white. The person places the pieces in their respective positions on the board, following the standard chess setup. The video is shot from a top-down perspective, and the person's hands are the only part of them that is visible. The chess pieces are square-shaped, and the board is made of wood. The video is shot in a well-lit room, and the sound of the pieces being placed on the board can be heard.