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If you control a battlefield with a temporary sprite token and a hidden sprite token, when the temporary token dies at the start of your turn, can you react with the hidden token and still score a point for holding the battlefield?

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FAQ #6560·asked by 303624588296978432·January 4, 2026·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: Yes, you score a point for holding the battlefield. The hidden unit being played resolves before the temporary unit actually dies, so you never lose control of the battlefield.

Sequence:

  • Your turn begins
  • Temporary keyword triggers (token would die)
  • You can play the hidden token as a reaction to the Temporary keyword's triggered ability
  • Hidden token resolves and enters the battlefield
  • Temporary token dies
  • You maintain control throughout and score the holding point

Nuances:

  • Reactions can be played during the Beginning Phase if a chain is open (such as when the Temporary keyword's triggered ability goes on the chain)
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