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When Hook kills a unit with Altar of Memories on board, can you use Altar of Memories before looking at the top 5 cards from Hook?

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FAQ #7577·asked by 171786032038150145·January 4, 2026·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: No, Altar of Memories triggers after all of Hook's instructions are completed. You cannot use Altar of Memories before looking at the top 5 cards.

Sequence:

  • Hook begins resolving and kills the unit
  • Altar of Memories trigger is added to the chain as pending
  • Hook completes all its instructions (look at top 5, possibly play one, recycle the rest)
  • During the next cleanup, Altar of Memories trigger finalizes and goes on the chain

Nuances:

  • All triggered abilities are added to the chain as pending when an inciting event happens, regardless of whether the inciting event is a spell or activated ability
  • Triggered abilities finalize during the next cleanup after the inciting event completes
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