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Set up a first game

Turn a finished deck into a clear, reviewable physical play area.

Rules 2026-07-16Reviewed 2026-08-11

Keep each deck section visible

Separate the Main Deck, Rune Deck, Legend, Chosen Champion, and Battlefields before play so each component has one clear place.

Confirm the game format

Agree whether the game is individual or team play and use the current setup instructions for that format before drawing or taking an action.

Orient ready cards consistently

Keep ready cards upright and use the same sideways orientation for exhausted cards. A consistent table makes public state easier for everyone to read.

Takeaway

A deliberate setup prevents deck sections and public card state from becoming ambiguous.

Reviewed sources

Learn to Play RiftboundAccessed 2026-08-11 · reviewed 2026-08-11How to Play: Get Started NowPublished 2025-06-06; accessed 2026-08-11 · reviewed 2026-08-11Riftbound Rules HubCore Rules last updated 2026-07-16 · reviewed 2026-08-11