If Facebreaker is cast targeting two units on the same battlefield, but one target is removed (e.g., by Gust) before Facebreaker resolves, does the remaining unit still get stunned?

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FAQ #5857·asked by 201097788715433984·January 4, 2026·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: The correct ruling is uncertain and debated. The most supported interpretation is that if one target becomes invalid, both targets become illegal and no stun occurs, because "same battlefield" is a targeting restriction that cannot be verified when one target is null.

Nuances:

  • The "do as much as you can" rule applies, but only if targets remain legal
  • The ambiguity stems from whether "at the same battlefield" is a targeting restriction that must be continuously met or only checked during target selection
  • Multiple experienced players changed their initial ruling after discussion, leaning toward "no stun" when one target is removed
  • Dreaming Tree would still trigger when targets are selected, regardless of resolution outcome

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