Does rule 552 (focus/priority passing) apply to the initial chain?

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Accepted Answer

Ruling: Rule 552 does not apply to the initial chain. While the rule as currently written would apply to the initial chain, this was an oversight and there will be an exception added for the initial chain.

Nuances:

The initial chain refers to situations covered by rule 551, such as when you attack or defend

Nuances:
- The initial chain refers to situations covered by rule 551, such as when you attack or defend