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Azul: Master Chocolatier
Whoever most recently ate chocolate goes first.
These rules give players different chances. If tied, use the player picker.
Who goes first in your game?
All 1,339 starting rules- UNOThe dealer’s left neighbor normally starts. An opening action card can change this.
- MonopolyEach player rolls both dice. The player with the highest total goes first, and play then passes to the left.
- CATANFor the beginner setup, the oldest player starts. For variable setup, everyone rolls both dice; the highest roller starts setup and takes the first regular turn after setup.
- Ticket to RideThe most experienced traveler takes the first turn.
- ScrabbleEveryone draws one tile. The player with the letter closest to A goes first, and a blank tile beats any letter.
- WingspanChoose the starting player at random and give that player the first-player token.
- AzulThe player whose visit to Portugal was most recent starts.
- CarcassonneThe youngest player takes the first turn. Play then continues clockwise.
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Choosing the first player
How do you choose who goes first in a board game?
Check the game’s rulebook first: the starting instruction can depend on the edition, setup, or a player’s role. If it calls for a random choice, enter names or use numbered seats in the picker above. If your group agrees to a house rule, try a question from the house-rule deck. The choosing guide explains the options.
Is the first-player picker fair?
Each entry has the same chance of being selected. The picker uses your browser’s secure random number generator; the animation reveals a result that has already been chosen. Read how the picker works for the details.
Can I use it without downloading an app?
Yes. The picker and game-night tools work in your browser without an account. Player names and picks stay on your device. Bookmark the page for next time, or use a printed QR card to open it at the table.