Can an opponent respond to Bryn Thundersong's 'When you play me, opponents can't play cards this turn' trigger with a reaction speed card like Zhonya's Hourglass?

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FAQ #554·asked by 106444827410837504·December 18, 2025·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: Yes, opponents can respond to Bryn Thundersong's trigger with reaction speed cards like Zhonya's Hourglass because it is a 'When' trigger that uses the stack.

Sequence:

  • Bryn Thundersong is played
  • Bryn's ETB trigger goes on the stack
  • Opponent can respond with reaction speed cards before the trigger resolves
  • Once the trigger resolves, opponents can't play cards for the rest of the turn

Nuances:

  • The key distinction is that Bryn uses 'When' language, making it a trigger rather than a replacement effect
  • ETB (enters the battlefield) triggers can be responded to at reaction speed before they resolve

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