- Determine the area of play:
- 3’ x 3’ or smaller OR
- 6x [48x48] baseplates into a large square OR
- 4x [48x48] baseplates or equivalent for quick games
- Add desired planets or outposts as obstacles; build on 4x4 baseplates
Determine if this is a timed game or till 1 capital ship is left in play.
Roll dice as to which player starts first; go clockwise. This game requires 2x 6 sided dice.
1P [1st player] will place their capital ship along the edge of their side of the play area.
Ships are to be placed on the play area, any ship that moves outside the area is considered destroyed or lost.
2P [2nd player] will place their capital ship…3P.... 4P...
Proceed to place the other ships on the play area 1 ship per player at a time.
State each player’s faction ability that will persist throughout the game.
- 1P starts their turn.