Who goes first in Defenders of the Realm?
Eagle Games English rules
The most aggressive player goes first. If the group cannot decide, roll dice to choose a starter.
Rule details
Play proceeds clockwise, to each player's left.
Official tie-break or fallback
Roll dice if the group cannot decide who is most aggressive.
Source & edition
- Defenders of the Realm — English rulesEagle Games · Playing the Game · Checked 2026-09-23
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