Who goes first in Ceylon?
English Ludonova rules
In standard play, whoever drank tea most recently starts, or choose randomly. In the optional experienced-player variant, the lowest-numbered starting tile determines who starts.
Rule details
The starter receives the teapot and chooses an initial map position first. Standard setup continues clockwise; the experienced-player variant assigns these initial positions in ascending starting-tile order.
During play, turns proceed clockwise from the starting player.
Source & edition
- Ceylon: Ludonova rulesLudonova · Setup step I; Playing; Game variant · Checked 2026-09-23Printed page references: 4, 6, 10
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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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