From the publisher’s rulebook
Starting rule for Memoarrr!
Stronghold Games English rules, 2018
The player who most recently had a volcanic or emotional outburst starts the first round.
Rule details
In later rounds, the player whose returned Volcano card has the most birds starts.
Play proceeds clockwise after the start player reveals a Location.
Source & edition
- Memoarrr!: English rulesStronghold Games · Preparation; Birds and Volcanoes · Checked 2026-09-24Printed page references: 2, 3
Image: © Stronghold Games / Edition Spielwiese / Pablo Fontagnier · Stronghold Games
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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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