If time is called during shuffling/mulligan phase before game 3 of a BO3, does the game start with player 1 getting 3 turns and player 2 only getting 2 turns in additional time?

Ruling: No, if time is called during game setup (shuffling, mulligans, or before the first player's awakening phase begins), the game does not start at all and the match ends as a draw. The 5 additional turns only apply if time is called during an actual turn.

Sequence:

• Game setup includes shuffling, presenting decks, drawing opening hands, and completing mulligans
• A game is considered "started" only when the first player begins their awakening phase (turn 1)
• If time expires during setup, no new game begins and the match result stands as is
• If time expires during an actual turn, that turn completes, then 5 additional turns are played (not 3 vs 2)

Nuances:

• Players cannot be forced to accept a draw, but if time runs out before turn 1 starts, no game occurs
• The tournament rules specify "If the players are between games when the round time ends, no new game is started"
• Strategic concession of game 2 when losing can provide more time for game 3 if going first