{.wrap-right} Initiative Tokens are the mechanical components utilized during the Draw Step of the Activation Phase to regulate Unit resolution. The sequence is governed by a randomized selection process from the Initiative Pool. Upon the withdrawal of an Initiative Token, the player matching the depicted Faction is authorized to Nominate a Friendly Unit for resolution. To be eligible for Nomination, a Unit must not possess an Activated Token or a previously assigned Initiative Token for the current Round. The physical token must be placed within the Play Area adjacent to the selected Unit Base to signify the commencement of the activation cycle.
Following the finalization of a Unit Activation, the Initiative Token persists in its position on the battlefield until the End Phase. This placement functions as a technical status indicator, categorizing the force as exhausted and prohibited from further Nomination within the current Turn Sequence. This tracking is mandatory for maintaining chronological integrity and prevents procedural errors during complex maneuvers.
- If a Unit is categorized as Destroyed prior to resolving its Activation, the owning player must immediately locate and remove one matching Initiative Token from the Initiative Pool.
- If a Unit is categorized as Destroyed after its Activation resolution is complete, the associated Initiative Token is removed from the Play Area immediately.
- During the resolution of the End Phase, all Initiative Tokens must be recovered from the battlefield and returned to the Initiative Pool for the subsequent Turn Sequence.