Starting rule for boop.
Smirk & Dagger Games English base rules, official Dized reference
The player who most recently petted a cat starts, or choose the first player randomly.
Rule details
Players begin with eight Kittens each, with their Cats out of play. Take turns placing one Kitten on an empty bed space.
The introductory version for younger players removes Cats and kitten graduation; the cited adjustment does not replace the starting-player rule.
Source & edition
- boop.: First PlayerSmirk & Dagger Games, official Dized rules · First Player section of the official English online reference · Checked 2026-09-23
- boop.: Set UpSmirk & Dagger Games, official Dized rules · Set Up section of the official English online reference · Checked 2026-09-23
- boop.: ObjectSmirk & Dagger Games, official Dized rules · Object section of the official English online reference · Checked 2026-09-23
- boop.: Adjusting for Younger PlayersSmirk & Dagger Games, official Dized rules · Adjusting for Younger Players section of the official English online reference · Checked 2026-09-23
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If your rules call for a random choice, use the player picker.
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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