Assembled but unstrung. 
Kit Includes string and controller.
What you will need to do
Paint and/or clothe puppet to your preference. *note for paint to adhere you may need to key surface a little. The face and neck has some skin colour already applied.
String to controller - you will need a small drill bit (and drill) to make holes for string at your chosen points 
Marionette is 7 and a half inches (19cm) from head to foot