Do legend cards need to be paid for and played like other cards, or are they always active with their colors only determining deck color identity?

Ruling: Legend cards are always active from the start of the game at no cost. The symbols at the top left show the color identity for deck building purposes.

Sequence:

• Legends are active from the start of the game
• No payment or playing action is required

Nuances:

• The color symbols on legends determine deck color identity, not a casting cost