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Who goes first in Thurn and Taxis?

Rio Grande English edition

Choose a starting player using any method the group wants. Play proceeds clockwise.

Source & edition

Thurn and Taxis: English rulebookRio Grande Games / Hans im Glück · Preparation; Playing the game · Checked 2026-09-26Printed page references: 1, 2
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Image: © Hans im Glück / Rio Grande Games / box artist · Rio Grande Games (box image via Board Game Bliss)

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  <p><strong>Who goes first in Thurn and Taxis?</strong> Choose a starting player using any method the group wants. Play proceeds clockwise.</p>
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