From the publisher’s rulebook
Who goes first in Zoo Vadis?
Bitewing Games English rules, 2023
The person who most recently visited a zoo starts, or choose a player at random.
Rule details
Turns proceed clockwise until the game ends.
Source & edition
- Zoo Vadis: English rulebookBitewing Games · Setup, step 7; Gameplay · Checked 2026-09-24Printed page references: 3, 4
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If your rules call for a random choice, use the player picker.
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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