How does Icathian Rain work - do you choose targets when you cast it or when it resolves?

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FAQ #1284·asked by 357853928878243840·December 31, 2025·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
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Ruling: Icathian Rain uses a reflexive trigger (indicated by "do this:" text). You choose targets when it resolves, not when you cast it. When it resolves, it creates 6 separate triggered abilities on the chain, each dealing 2 damage to a targeted unit.

Sequence:

  • Play Icathian Rain
  • Players can react
  • Icathian Rain resolves, putting 6 reflexive triggers on the chain
  • Choose targets for the 6 reflexive triggers
  • Pay additional costs for each trigger targeting an enemy unit with deflect
  • Players can react between each trigger
  • Each trigger resolves separately, dealing 2 damage

Nuances:

  • Any card with "do this:" text creates a reflexive trigger that goes on the chain upon resolution
  • This applies to other cards like Falling Star and Twisted Fate's attack ability
  • The design creates more opportunities for counterplay - opponents can respond between each damage instance, and deflect costs apply to each trigger separately
  • If ability-countering cards are released, having separate triggers makes the spell less vulnerable to being fully countered

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