Setup
Beginner setup checklist before round 1
A paraphrased pregame flow for reducing forgotten pieces and first-round confusion.
Before faction planning
Make the shared board state visible, confirm player count setup, and agree which helper modules are active.
- Confirm content pack: base only or Lost Fleet enabled.
- Check map setup with official materials.
- Record player names and seating.
Before the first action
Every player should know their faction, home type, early reminder, and whether any auction penalty applies.
- Save the setup into the app.
- Open the Play Helper.
- Keep official rules nearby for exact text.