Can you play a reaction spell during your opponent's turn if they don't trigger any chains, and how does Focus work after moving to a battlefield and your opponent responds?

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FAQ #6820·asked by 688142611642581190·January 4, 2026·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: You do not get priority during your opponent's turn unless triggers occur or a showdown happens. Focus passes between relevant players until both pass without doing something; after your opponent plays something and the chain resolves, Focus automatically goes back to you.

Sequence:

  • Player moves units to battlefield and passes Focus
  • Opponent plays action/reaction spell and chain resolves
  • Focus automatically returns to the active player
  • Players continue passing Focus until both pass without action
  • Then proceed to combat damage step

Nuances:

  • Reaction spells like Consult the Past cannot be played at the end of an opponent's turn without something creating a chain for it to react to
  • You need triggers or showdown to occur during opponent's turn to gain priority

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