If Viktor dies with another non-recruit unit, will he spawn a recruit token at base?

Ruling: No, Viktor will not spawn a recruit token at base if he dies with another non-recruit unit.

Sequence:

  • When multiple units die simultaneously, the board state is checked at the time the triggered abilities would resolve
  • At that point, Viktor is already in the trash/dead
  • Viktor's triggered ability requires checking if you control another non-recruit unit while Viktor is on the board
  • Since Viktor is no longer on the board when his ability would check, the condition cannot be met

Nuances:

  • Triggered abilities of permanents can only have their conditions evaluated while on the board
  • This is specifically covered in the FAQ regarding Wraith of Echo's effect
  • Deathknell is a special case that works from the trash, but Viktor's ability is not a Deathknell ability