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If Karthus and Machine Evangel die simultaneously from Singularity, does the controller of Karthus create 6 tokens or 3?

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FAQ #8626·asked by 121679855233400832·March 18, 2026·Rules v1.4·Asked before Vendetta
Answer

Ruling: When Karthus and Machine Evangel die simultaneously, the controller creates 6 tokens total. Karthus's passive ability causes Machine Evangel's Deathknell to trigger an additional time because Karthus is still on the board when Deathknell triggers are added to the chain.

Sequence:

  • During cleanup step 2a, both units have lethal damage and their Deathknell abilities trigger
  • The game captures the current board state, noting that Karthus is still present
  • Karthus's passive ("Your Deathknell effects trigger an additional time") applies to all Deathknell triggers being added
  • Machine Evangel's Deathknell is added to the chain twice (base trigger + additional trigger from Karthus)
  • During cleanup step 2b, both units are moved to the trash
  • The chain resolves: first trigger creates 3 Recruit tokens, second trigger creates 3 Recruit tokens

Nuances:

  • Deathknell triggers are added to the chain before units are actually moved to the trash, so Karthus's passive is active even though he's dying simultaneously
  • Karthus's passive applies to his own Deathknell as well if he has one
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