From the publisher’s rulebook
Who goes first in Flashlights & Fireflies?
English Gamewright rules
The person who most recently played tag starts the first round.
Rule details
The round has four phases: Hide, Catch, Shine, and Sneak. The starting player takes the first turn during Catch.
Source & edition
- Flashlights & Fireflies: Gamewright rulesGamewright · How to Play, PDF page 1 · Checked 2026-09-23
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If there’s a tie
The rulebook doesn’t say.
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