Indeed, the opening turn in a classic 8‑bit raid feels like choosing who shields the town’s banners first—each choice echoes through the whole quest. In games like Final Fantasy I, the order you roll the dice sets the rhythm of the entire party. And remember, the “first” slot isn’t just a convenience; in later titles, the character who goes first can sometimes trigger a critical save in the opening encounter. So think of it like assigning a torch to the bravest knight before the flames of the dungeon rise.

Right, the opening turn is like the first web‑spider catching a bolt—if you send the wrong character, the boss can land a punch while you’re still loading your gear. In those old SNES titles, a well‑timed first attack can swing the whole battle. Just make sure your front‑liner knows their attack range and cooldown, otherwise the enemies will turn that “second chance” into a full‑blown ambush.