From the publisher’s rulebook
Who goes first in Ninja Camp?
Action Phase Games English rules, eight-clan booklet
The player who most recently visited a summer camp places a ninja first during setup; the last player to place a ninja takes the first game turn.
Rule details
Setup placement proceeds counterclockwise; game turns then proceed clockwise.
Source & edition
- Ninja Camp: English rulebookAction Phase Games · Setup, final paragraph; Game Play · Checked 2026-09-24
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If there’s a tie
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