Can showdowns start after a unit moves into a battlefield, including an empty one, and are there any other circumstances that would start a showdown?

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FAQ #5304·asked by 262667004643770380·January 4, 2026·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: A showdown can be triggered by moving into a battlefield controlled by your opponent or by moving into an empty battlefield. Specifically, a showdown opens when a move causes a battlefield to become contested while it has no units present from any player other than those that just moved.

Sequences: N/A

Nuances:

  • The showdown occurs without combat when triggered by movement
  • The battlefield must become contested as a result of the move
  • Only applies when no other units are present besides those that just moved

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