From the publisher’s rulebook
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.
Source & edition
- Shadows over Camelot: English rulebookDays of Wonder · Game turn: First player; Order of the turn · Checked 2026-09-26Printed page references: 9
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If there’s a tie
The rulebook doesn’t say.
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