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If an opponent plays a card with an optional on-enter ability ("When I'm played, you may do x") and chooses not to do the effect, is there still an opportunity to react?

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FAQ #8067·asked by 223585992412495882·January 4, 2026·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: Yes, you can react to the triggered ability when it is placed on the chain, before your opponent makes the decision about the "may" effect.

Sequence:

  • The card is played and the trigger condition is met
  • The triggered ability is placed on the chain (this is when you get priority to react)
  • If no reactions are played, the ability resolves and the opponent makes their decision about the "may" effect

Nuances:

  • All triggers in this game are mandatory - the ability always triggers regardless of whether the "may" effect will be used
  • The "may" section denotes decisions made on resolution, not whether the ability triggers
  • Once the opponent has already made the decision for the "may" section, the ability is already resolving and there's no window to react
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