From the publisher’s rulebook
Who goes first in Flamecraft?
Cardboard Alchemy English base game
Gather the Reputation markers and randomly reveal one to choose the starting player. Play proceeds clockwise.
Source & edition
- Flamecraft: English rulebookCardboard Alchemy · Player setup; Playing the game · Checked 2026-09-26Printed page references: 5, 6
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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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