Is there any disadvantage for the starting player?

[calmon]

Hi,

Great game. I enjoy it!

I just want to know: Is there any disadvatage for the starting player? For me it looks like he get the advantage of being in front a "half turn" for the whole game but don't see any penality for this bonus.

Is there any penality I miss? If not I would suggest to give the starting player less point in his very first turn.

Thanks!