Does a triggered ability fizzle if the source permanent is removed from the battlefield before the ability resolves?

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FAQ #2118·asked by 283001635150495745·December 31, 2025·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: Triggered abilities do not fizzle in Riftbound when their source is removed. The ability still resolves, but may not produce a result if it references the source's current state or location.

Sequence:

  • Triggered ability goes on the stack
  • Source permanent is removed from battlefield
  • Ability still resolves (does not fizzle)
  • Ability checks for conditions at resolution
  • If ability requires source to be in a specific location (like "here"), the condition is not met and no effect occurs

Nuances:

  • The ability technically resolves even though it produces no result
  • Abilities that reference the source's current battlefield position will fail their condition check if the source is no longer there

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