Separate the stable pieces
Keep the components used in every ordinary solo session together: the solo reference, opponent deck if applicable, common tokens and starting markers. Store optional modules separately so they do not enter a game by accident.
Avoid preparing a fixed deck that should be randomised or rebuilt each session. Convenience should preserve the setup rules. If a deck changes with difficulty or scenario, label its relevant groups and follow the selection step each time.
Use a short setup note
Write down only the steps you commonly miss, such as a solo-specific resource amount, a removed card group or the starting position of an opponent marker. Refer to the official page for details rather than rewriting the entire rulebook.
Put the note where you will see it before placing components. A reminder buried beneath the insert is unlikely to help. Update it after a genuine repeated mistake, not after every unusual rules question.
Choose a consistent layout
Give draw piles, discards, spent resources and references distinct places. A familiar arrangement makes the current state easier to read and reduces accidental mixing. Leave room for areas that grow during play.
Take a photo of a correct public setup if it helps, but include the scenario and configuration in its label. A photo from one difficulty can become misleading when the next session uses different components.
Keep frequently consulted text unobstructed throughout play.
Make cleanup prepare the next start
Return pieces to their labelled groups and check that temporary changes have been reset where required. Keep campaign progress separate from reusable starting material. Do not shuffle or restore a deck that must preserve its saved state.
Finish by placing the reference and setup note near the top of the box. A small amount of deliberate packing makes the next session easier without requiring an elaborate organiser.
