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Tag: Primal Command

Resolving spells and abilities

Spells resolve in the order written.

December 1, 2010February 5, 2015 | krizriktr

When resolving a spell or ability you need to follow the instructions in the order written.  This matters for some spells like the from Lorwyn.  If you choose the second and third modes and target a noncreature permanent owned by the targeted player, then that player will put the targeted card on top of his […]

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