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Can players start multiple chains during a Showdown, or does passing once forfeit the ability to start new chains?

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FAQ #2100·asked by 148265194827677696·December 31, 2025·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: Players can start multiple chains during a Showdown. Both players must pass in a row without playing spells or activating abilities for the Showdown to close.

Sequence:

  • Player A has Focus and Priority -> Plays spells/abilities -> Chain Resolves
  • Player B gains Focus and Priority -> Plays spells/abilities -> Chain Resolves
  • Player A gains Focus and Priority -> Passes
  • Player B gains Focus and Priority -> Plays spells/abilities -> Chain Resolves
  • (This can repeat any number of times)
  • Player A gains Focus and Priority -> Passes
  • Player B gains Focus and Priority -> Passes
  • Showdown closes

Nuances:

  • Passing once does not forfeit a player's ability to start a new chain later in the same Showdown
  • The requirement is that all players must pass consecutively without any spells or abilities being played for the Showdown to close
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