If a unit is damaged by a Singularity and then an opponent's unit is removed before damage is assigned in combat, does the damaged unit heal back to full health at the end of combat?

Ruling: Yes, the watcher heals back to full health. Once combat has been initiated, you always go through all combat steps including Resolution, where healing occurs.

Sequence:

  • Combat is initiated (Showdown phase begins)
  • Before Damage step, the recruit is removed via Void Seekers
  • Combat continues through all phases
  • During Resolution phase, healing happens
  • The watcher heals from 1 health back to full (7 health)

Nuances:

  • Combat consists of three main parts: Showdown, Damage, and Resolution
  • Many players incorrectly think only the Damage step counts as "combat"
  • Healing occurs during Resolution regardless of whether damage was actually assigned in the Damage step