Who goes first in Shadows over Camelot?
Days of Wonder English base game
The player playing King Arthur starts. If King Arthur is not in play, the youngest player starts.
Rule details
Play continues clockwise.
If there’s a tie
The rulebook doesn’t say.
Source & edition
- Shadows over Camelot — English rulebookDays of Wonder · Game turn — First player; Order of the turn · Checked 2026-09-26
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