From the publisher’s rulebook

Who goes first in Tholos?

Perro Loko Games English section of multilingual rules

The player who proves more knowledgeable about the Olympus of the gods goes first. The rules also allow the players to decide the starter by any other means.

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Rule details

The two players alternate turns, beginning with the chosen starter.

Ornament tiles and location tokens belong to the advanced mode and are set aside for the basic game.

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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