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Can Shen be played to a contested battlefield (Gods Willow) using his Reaction ability when the opponent moves a unit there, even though the opponent doesn't control that battlefield?

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FAQ #5596·asked by 121184098260615168·January 4, 2026·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: No, this is not legal. You can only play units to battlefields you control, and Shen's opponent does not control Gods Willow in this scenario.

Nuances:

  • The Reaction keyword rules contain the restriction that units can only be played to battlefields you control
  • Shen's reminder text also mentions this restriction, though reminder text itself has no effect on game function
  • The hypothetical scoring sequence question becomes moot since the play is illegal
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