From the publisher’s rulebook
Who goes first in ARTBOX?
Jet Game Studio English rules, 2020
Choose the first Maestro as the most recent art-gallery visitor, the most experienced player, or a player selected at random.
Rule details
The Maestro leads the first round while the other players draw.
If another round is played, the player to the left of the current Maestro becomes the new Maestro.
Source & edition
- ARTBOX: English rulebookJet Game Studio · Setup, step 7; End of the Round · Checked 2026-09-24
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If there’s a tie
The rulebook doesn’t say. If you need a tie-break, pick a player at random.
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