During a Showdown, after the attacker starts a chain that resolves, then the defender starts a chain that resolves, can the attacker start another chain? Do both players need to pass without starting a chain to proceed to the next step?

Ruling: Yes, the attacker can start another chain. When the last item on a chain resolves during a Showdown, Focus passes and the next player gains both Focus and Priority, allowing them to start a new chain.

Sequence:

• Attacker starts chain, it resolves
• Defender gains Focus and Priority, starts chain, it resolves
• Attacker gains Focus and Priority, can start another chain
• Both players must pass without starting a chain to proceed to the next step in the contest

Nuances:

• This is a relatively common occurrence when both players have multiple Actions to play