From the publisher’s rulebook
Who goes first in WordCraft?
Artipia Games English base-game rulebook, 2022 copyright
Whoever most recently mixed ingredients of any kind starts the first round. Turns then proceed clockwise.
Rule details
In later rounds, the player with the fewest cubes on Achievement cards starts; if tied, the tied player farthest clockwise from the previous round's first player starts.
The team variant uses the same turn order, with teams taking turns.
Source & edition
- WordCraft: Artipia Games English rulesArtipia Games · Game Setup and Craft Words; Prepare for the Next Round; Teams · Checked 2026-09-23Printed page references: 2, 5, 6
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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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